Travelling from Ottawa to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Ottawa. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) out of here.
Palm Springs International Airport is located in Palm Springs. The city runs on the UTC-7 timezone and is three hours behind Ottawa.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Ottawa to PSP.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
YND is around 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Ottawa to Palm Springs International Airport? Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are near Ottawa Gatineau Airport. They're an especially great option if you have an early flight out.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You can arrive at YOW from the centre of Ottawa in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Ottawa to PSP flight? Kick back in a hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 58.21%.
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
About Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Ottawa to Palm Springs International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PSP instead:
Pick up a Palm Springs International Airport rental car and explore Palm Springs and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Dollar are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Ottawa to Palm Springs International Airport flight.
PSP is located at 3400 East Tahquitz-Canyon Way.
Getting from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to central Palm Springs
Palm Springs International Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Palm Springs. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
Currently, Rs65,827 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Palm Springs International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs117,373. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Ottawa to PSP if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Ottawa to Palm Springs International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Ottawa to PSP.
Hunt for savings on a flight from Ottawa to Palm Springs International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
May is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), while October is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Palm Springs based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Ottawa to PSP flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Palm Springs, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 43ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Palm Springs International Airport in December when temperatures are between 4ºC and 19ºC.
More about Palm Springs
Start your Palm Springs trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Palm Springs International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and Agua Caliente Indian Canyons are just two of the major attractions to add to your Palm Springs must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at PS Drag Brunch.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Palm Springs. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in the United States, consider San Diego, about 137 kilometres south-west of Palm Springs. San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum are key highlights.
