Palm Springs from San Francisco, Oct 23–25: $1,782 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Clear forecast Oct 23–25, highs 77–84°F, rain chance 3–6%
- 4-star hotel at $455 for 2 nights, 7.5 from 809 reviews
- Free cancellation at all three hotels we picked
The catch: The United fare has one stop, 5h 36m listed, while the Alaska nonstop is 3h 22m at $1,485 for two; a checked bag is about $160 for two.
Worth it if you want two warm, clear days by a pool; skip it if a stop on a short route bothers you.
Worth it if a one-stop flight doesn't bother you. It's $1,782 for two: the flights at $1,327 plus the hotel at $455 for 2 nights, Oct 23–25, 2026, taxes and fees included. You fly United from SFO with one stop, listed at 5h 36m; bags, resort fees and spending money aren't in that total.
The total, before you go
$1,782 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,327 |
| V Capri Palm Springs, a Dolce by Wyndham, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $455 |
| The total, before you go | $1,782 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
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
$664 per person, round trip
$1,327 for two, taxes and fees included · United · 1 stop · 5h 36m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 12:40 PM – Fri, Oct 23, 2:19 PM · back Sun, Oct 25, 7:20 AM – Sun, Oct 25, 11:17 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| United | $664 | 1 stop | 5h 36m |
| Alaska | $743 | nonstop | 3h 22m |
| United | $664 | 1 stop | 5h 51m |
Prices checked Oct 13, 2026, 10:37 AM PDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
For $1,782 for two, all in, you get the United flights at $1,327 and two nights at V Capri Palm Springs, a Dolce by Wyndham at $455. The fare is $664 per person, $3 above the $661 median of our 14 earlier checks on this route. So it's a fair price, not a drop. The lowest we saw was $519 on Oct 13. The real reason to go is the weather. The forecast is clear for all three days, with highs of 77–84°F, lows of 66–71°F and rain chances of 3–6%. The extreme summer heat in the season notes is over, and the Modernism Week crowds don't come until February. It's a pool-and-hike weekend, with the tramway, Indian Canyons and the mid-century neighborhoods all close. Every hotel we found offers free cancellation.
The kind of trip this is
This is a desert reset for two: warm days by the pool, a morning hike or a ride up the mountain, and a dinner out along the main strip. It suits couples and close friends who want a slow pace with some mid-century style and a little nightlife. With just 2 nights, it works best if you pick one big outing and spend the rest of the time outdoors in the sun.
Weather in Palm Springs, Oct 23–25
Highs 77–84°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 84 °F | 71 °F | 3% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 77 °F | 66 °F | 4% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 83 °F | 70 °F | 6% |
Where to stay in Palm Springs
V Capri Palm Springs, a Dolce by Wyndham is the best-value pick and the hotel in our total. It's a 4-star hotel at $455 for the stay ($228 a night), rated 7.5 from 809 reviews, with free cancellation. Les Cactus is the top-rated choice in the Uptown Design District, which has the mid-century boutique hotels and the main strip of shops and restaurants. It scores 9.6 from 543 reviews and includes breakfast, at $1,200 for the stay ($600 a night). The Infusion Beach Club is the budget pick at $292 for the stay ($146 a night). It's rated 7.3 from 1,033 reviews and has a room with two queen beds. If you'd rather walk to the Palm Canyon Drive bars and galleries, look at Downtown Palm Springs.
V Capri Palm Springs, a Dolce by Wyndham
$455 for 2 nights, two guests · $228 a night
See roomsLes Cactus
$1,200 for 2 nights, two guests · $600 a night
See roomsThe Infusion Beach Club
$292 for 2 nights, two guests · $146 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
- Hike the palm oases of Indian Canyons on the cooler Saturday, with a high of 77°F
- Take a mid-century modern architecture tour
- Soak in a hot-springs spa in Desert Hot Springs
- Hike or drive through Joshua Tree National Park
Also worth it
- Browse the Thursday night VillageFest street market
Tours and tickets in Palm Springs
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Getting there and around
| Airports in San Francisco | San Francisco International (SFO), Oakland San Francisco Bay (OAK), San Jose Mineta International (SJC) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Palm Springs | Palm Springs International (PSP) |
| Flight time | 5h 36m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 427 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in Palm Springs costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,328 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (V Capri Palm Springs, a Dolce by Wyndham) | $455 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $2,303 |
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: San Francisco to Palm Springs
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $664 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $519 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $661 |
| Price checks | 14 |
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, and there's no time difference from San Francisco.
- The return leaves Sunday, Oct 25 at 7:20 AM and lands at 11:17 AM.
- A checked bag is about $160 for two and isn't in the total.
- The hotels list no resort fee in our data, so ask at check-in; it isn't in the total.
- Prices are all-in as we found them and can change before you book.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, if a stop doesn't bother you. The forecast is clear with highs of 77–84°F, the hotel scores 7.5 from 809 reviews, and the fare is $664 per person, close to the $661 median of our checks.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$1,782 for two, taxes and fees included: $1,327 for the flights plus $455 for 2 nights at V Capri Palm Springs, a Dolce by Wyndham. Bags, resort fees and spending money are extra.
Is there a nonstop?
Yes. We found an Alaska nonstop listed at 3h 22m for $743 per person, or $1,485 for two. The United fare in our total has one stop and is listed at 5h 36m.
What is the weather like?
The forecast is clear all weekend: 84°F on Friday, 77°F on Saturday and 83°F on Sunday, with lows of 66–71°F and rain chances of 3–6%.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's enough for one big outing, like the tramway or Indian Canyons, plus pool time. Keep in mind that the return leaves at 7:20 AM on Sunday, so Saturday is your only full day.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip, you pay in US dollars, and there's no time difference from San Francisco.
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