If you’re traveling by plane, you won’t have to worry which airport to fly into. La Quinta has just one – Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP).

Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) is 24 kilometers from central La Quinta, so be prepared for a reasonable commute into the center.

Get off the plane at PSP and you’ll find yourself 24 kilometers from downtown. Bermuda Dunes Airport also welcomes many travelers to La Quinta. It’s 8 kilometers from the center of the city.

La Quinta is serviced by 12 air carriers from 20 worldwide airports.

Alaska Airlines and United Airlines are some of the most well-known airlines that offer flights to La Quinta. Travelers often choose San Francisco to take off from with Alaska Airlines operating the most flights on this route.

With around 329 direct flights running each week, you’ll be hitting the runway in La Quinta before you have time to say, “Are we there yet?”

Travelers often depart from San Francisco, Denver and Phoenix airports when heading to La Quinta.

Where you depart from determines how long you’ll be strapped into your seat. From San Francisco to La Quinta, the average flight time is 1 hour and 33 minutes. From Phoenix it’s more or less 1 hour and 9 minutes, and from Denver it’s 2 hours and 15 minutes.

We’ve all come across those travelers who somehow nab impossibly cheap fares whenever they fly. Eager to know how to do it for your La Quinta vacation? Don’t leave it until the last moment to lock in your flight. Also, do some online research and compare your options. If your destination has multiple airports, you may be able to score a great price by flying into one a little farther out. Last of all, be ready to book quickly if you find a great price. It might not be available for long. With a bit of knowledge and some luck, the ideal airfare will be yours.

If you’re poorly prepared, airports and flying can be daunting. But there’s no need to panic. Follow these handy tips for a comfortable start to your vacation in La Quinta.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The trick to having a great flight experience is to pack ahead. So, let’s start with the basics: passport, travel documents, credit cards and daily medications. Next, bring items that’ll help while away those hours, like some electronic gadgets or a juicy novel. It’s also smart to pack your chargers, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of earplugs. And of course, don’t forget to squeeze in toiletries like a toothbrush, facial wipes and a spare set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Make sure you don’t have a Swiss Army knife lurking in your carry-on luggage. Other restricted items include explosive or flammable goods, such as fuel and fireworks, and gels and liquids in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• Your number one priority is to be as comfortable as possible. Layer yourself up in breathable clothing and pack a cardigan in case it gets cold in the cabin. Pick a pair of flat, slightly roomy shoes as your feet may swell a little during the journey. Leave the high heels and heavy boots in your luggage.
• Most of us have heard about DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by reduced mobility or inactivity. There are plenty of ways to reduce your risk. Wear a good-quality pair of compression socks, stay well hydrated and keep your legs and feet moving. Wander up and down the aisles of the cabin or perform exercises in your seat.

The trick is to be well organized before you arrive at the security gate. That way, you’ll be boarding that plane to La Quinta before you know it. Follow these helpful tips and get your vacation off to a great start:

• Your boarding pass and passport will need to be shown to airport security. Keep them within easy reach so you don’t have to dig around for them.
• After that, both you and your carry-on bag will be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, take off anything that is likely to set the alarm off. Personal belongings such as your coat, belt and earphones need to go through the machine.
• For just a few moments, you’ll need to unplug from technology. Your phone, laptop and any other electronic gadgets also need to be sent through the scanner.
• Any liquids or gels, such as shampoo or hand cream, that you want to bring on board must be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-close bag.
• It’s also likely that you’ll be required to take your shoes off to be X-rayed, so wearing slip-on shoes is always a good idea.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp or pointed objects in the cabin. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked luggage.