Travelling from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is 17 hours ahead of Palm Springs, where Palm Springs International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your PSP to Tokyo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as March? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from PSP to Tokyo with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 3 kilometres from central Palm Springs, PSP can be reached in about 10 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near PSP. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Palm Springs International Airport to Tokyo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
Palm Springs International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart PSP reach their destination without delay.
The address for PSP is 3400 East Tahquitz-Canyon Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Tokyo
R 8,539 is currently the best price for a one-way Palm Springs International Airport to Tokyo flight. A return plane ticket starts from R 15,291. These prices may change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from PSP to Tokyo, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Palm Springs International Airport to Tokyo throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is around 19 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Palm Springs International Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Booking your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from PSP to Tokyo can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Palm Springs International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near NRT. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your PSP to Tokyo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Palm Springs International Airport to Tokyo. March is the busiest month to travel to Tokyo. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Palm Springs International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from PSP to Tokyo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Palm Springs International Airport to Tokyo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Sensho-ji and Tokyo Skytree are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Tokyo travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to discover other corners of Japan. Travel around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to tick off its leading attractions. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without seeing Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.