Private charter between Phoenix and Palm Springs starts at US$10,000 aboard a very light jet.
This route runs both ways — Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs (PSP) and Palm Springs to Phoenix — timed and priced alike.
Phoenix and Palm Springs lie approximately 419 km apart (260 mi / 226 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Phoenix and Palm Springs, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 59 min | 53 min – 1h 05m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 56 min | 50 min – 1h 02m | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 14m | 1h 07m – 1h 21m | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 59 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 58 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 56 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 56 min | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 55 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 53 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 14m | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 11m | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Every Phoenix–Palm Springs quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Phoenix, United States: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Scottsdale Airport, Mesa Gateway Airport, Phoenix Deer Valley Airport, Phoenix Goodyear Airport and Glendale Municipal Airport.
Palm Springs, United States: Palm Springs International Airport, Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport, Bermuda Dunes Airport, Twentynine Palms Strategic Expeditionary Landing Field, Big Bear City Airport and French Valley Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Phoenix: Phoenix (PHX, DVT), Mesa (AZA), Glendale (KGEU), Scottsdale (SCF), Goodyear (GYR); Palm Springs: Bermuda Dunes (UDD), Murrieta (RBK).
Observed traffic makes this an end-of-week route — Friday departures dominate: departures cluster on Fri, most often around 00:00 UTC.
Phoenix→Palm Springs runs about 3 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Wed is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix → Palm Springs | 38 | 49 min | 40 min | Eclipse 550 (7), Pilatus PC-12 (3), Cessna Citation S2 (2), Beechcraft Super King Air 350 (2) |
| Palm Springs → Phoenix | 35 | 46 min | — | Cessna Citation CJ3 (5), Raytheon Premier 1 (4), Pilatus PC-12 (3), Honda HondaJet (3) |
73 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | Palm Springs International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KPHX / PHX | KPSP / PSP |
| Longest hard runway | 11,489 ft | 10,000 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,135 ft | 477 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Phoenix to Palm Springs can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport has 11,489 ft and Palm Springs International Airport 10,000 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 419 km.
Alternates within range: Scottsdale Airport (8,249 ft, 23 km) · Mesa Gateway Airport (10,401 ft, 36 km) · Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (8,196 ft, 29 km) · Phoenix Goodyear Airport (8,500 ft, 34 km) · Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport (8,500 ft, 39 km) · Bermuda Dunes Airport (5,002 ft, 23 km) · Twentynine Palms Strategic Expeditionary Landing Field (8,015 ft, 61 km) · Big Bear City Airport (5,850 ft, 58 km)
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
The Phoenix to Palm Springs route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 59 min gate to gate across the 419 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Phoenix–Palm Springs charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Phoenix–Palm Springs charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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