Palm Springs from Phoenix, Nov 5–8: $1,991 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $396 per person, $501 below the typical fare on this route
- Los Arboles Hotel: 8.9 from 526 reviews, free cancellation
- Highs 76–79°F, lows near 59°F, clear skies Nov 6–8
The catch: The United fare has one stop and takes 14h 31m, leaving 7:45 PM Thursday and landing 9:16 AM Friday, all for a 259-mile trip.
Worth it if you want warm desert days and a pool for less; skip it if an overnight connection would wreck your Friday.
Worth it if you can handle an overnight connection: $1,991 for two, all in. That's the flights at $792 plus Los Arboles Hotel at $1,199, taxes and fees included, but checked bags and spending money aren't in it. The trip runs Nov 5–8, 2026, 3 nights, on United with one stop, not a nonstop.
The total, before you go
$1,991 for two · 3 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $792 |
| Los Arboles Hotel, 3 nights, two guests, taxes in | $1,199 |
| The total, before you go | $1,991 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$501 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on United, $160 for two round trip); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$396 per person, round trip
$792 for two, taxes and fees included · United · 1 stop · 14h 31m
Out Thu, Nov 5, 7:45 PM – Fri, Nov 6, 9:16 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| United | $396 | 1 stop | 14h 31m |
| American. Operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle | $587 | nonstop | 1h 31m |
| Southwest | $467 | 1 stop | 5h 30m |
Prices checked Oct 14, 2026, 1:43 PM MST. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is $396 per person, $501 below the typical fare on this route. That's 56% under. It's also the lowest fare in 30 days, out of 12 offers that ranged from $396 to $737 per person. Add Los Arboles Hotel and the whole trip comes to $1,991 for two, all in. That's before a checked bag (about $160 for two) or spending money. Early November is past the summer heat here. Highs usually run 76–79°F with lows near 59°F, and the seasonal normals show clear skies for Nov 6–8. Expect pool weather in the day and a light jacket at night. If the overnight United connection doesn't work for you, we also found an American Eagle nonstop at $587 per person. It takes 1h 31m and leaves at 8:42 AM. Prices are as we found them and can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a slow desert long weekend for two adults. Think pool mornings, a spa soak, a hike through palm canyons, then dinner and drinks on Palm Canyon Drive. It suits couples and friends who want warm sun, mid-century design and an easy pace rather than a packed schedule. The spa-bath suite and the 21-and-over pick lean romantic. Families will want to look at the bigger resorts down the valley.
Weather in Palm Springs, Nov 5–8
Typical highs 76–79°F, lows near 59°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Nov 5 | 78 °F | 61 °F | Overcast |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 78 °F | 59 °F | Clear |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 79 °F | 58 °F | Clear |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 76 °F | 58 °F | Clear |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Palm Springs
Our best-value pick is Los Arboles Hotel in Downtown Palm Springs. It's $1,199 for the 3 nights ($400 a night) and scores 8.9 from 526 reviews. That gets you a King Suite with Spa Bath, room only, with free cancellation. Downtown puts you within walking distance of the Palm Canyon Drive bars and galleries and the Thursday street market. The top-rated option is Dive Palm Springs Hotel - 21 & Over, in the Uptown Design District, home to mid-century boutique hotels, shops and restaurants. It scores 9.1 from 365 reviews, includes breakfast and costs $2,521 for the stay ($840 a night). On a tighter budget, Motel 6-Palm Springs, CA - East - Palm Canyon is $670 for the stay ($223 a night) and scores 6.9 from 1,357 reviews, with free cancellation. Our total for two uses Los Arboles Hotel.
Los Arboles Hotel
$1,199 for 3 nights, two guests · $400 a night
See roomsDive Palm Springs Hotel - 21 & Over
$2,521 for 3 nights, two guests · $840 a night
See roomsMotel 6-Palm Springs, CA - East - Palm Canyon
$670 for 3 nights, two guests · $223 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Palm Springs for these dates
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Where in Palm Springs
- Uptown Design District: Mid-century boutique hotels and the main strip of shops and restaurants.
- Downtown Palm Springs: Walk to the Palm Canyon Drive bars, galleries and Thursday street market.
- Movie Colony / Old Las Palmas: Celebrity-era estates and adults-only pool inns.
- Rancho Mirage / Palm Desert: Large golf and spa resorts down the valley.
- Indian Wells / La Quinta: Tennis, golf and resort country near Coachella.
What to do in Palm Springs
- Ride the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway up to 8,500 feet for cooler air and long valley views
- Hike or drive through Joshua Tree National Park on a clear Saturday
- Take a mid-century modern architecture tour through the older neighborhoods
- Hike the palm oases of Indian Canyons in the morning before it warms up
- Soak in a hot-springs spa in Desert Hot Springs
- Browse the Thursday night VillageFest street market, but only if you take the morning nonstop
Tours and tickets in Palm Springs
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Phoenix | Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX), Phoenix-Mesa Gateway (AZA) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Palm Springs | Palm Springs International (PSP) |
| Flight time | 14h 31m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 259 miles each way |
| Time difference | -1 hour |
What 3 nights in Palm Springs costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $792 |
| Hotel, 3 nights (Los Arboles Hotel) | $1,199 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 3 days for two | $780 |
| Total for two | $2,771 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Phoenix to Palm Springs
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $396 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $396 (Oct 14, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $897 |
| Price checks | 10 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Palm Springs.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed. It's a domestic trip paid in US dollars.
- Palm Springs is 1 hour behind Phoenix in November.
- You fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) into Palm Springs International (PSP).
- A checked bag is about $160 for two and isn't in the $1,991 total. Resort fees, if any, aren't in it either.
- All three hotels list free cancellation. Los Arboles Hotel is room only, and Dive Palm Springs Hotel - 21 & Over includes breakfast.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, if the connection doesn't bother you. The fare is $396 per person, $501 below the typical fare on this route, and early November is warm and mostly clear. The downside is a 14h 31m trip out with one stop, landing at 9:16 AM Friday.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$1,991 for two, all in: $792 for the flights and $1,199 for 3 nights at Los Arboles Hotel, taxes and fees included. Checked bags (about $160 for two), any resort fees and spending money are extra.
Is there a nonstop?
Yes. We found an American Eagle nonstop at $587 per person that leaves at 8:42 AM on Thursday, Nov 5, and takes 1h 31m. It costs more than the United fare but gives you back a full day.
What is the weather like?
Typical highs are 76–79°F with lows near 59°F. The seasonal normals show overcast skies on Nov 5 and clear skies Nov 6–8. Bring a layer for the evenings and for the tramway at 8,500 feet.
Is 3 nights enough?
With the United fare you land Friday at 9:16 AM, so you really get Friday and Saturday. That's enough for the tramway, a hike and some pool time. Joshua Tree is about an hour away, so you can do it as a day trip.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip in US dollars. The only adjustment is the clock: Palm Springs is 1 hour behind Phoenix in November.
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