Summary
- United Airlines will begin a new nonstop flight connecting Washington, DC to Palm Springs this winter.
- The carrier will deploy its Boeing 737 MAX 8 on the route.
- Greater Palm Springs welcomes the new Washington Dulles service as it is expected to enrich passenger connectivity.
United Airlines is planning to introduce new nonstop service between its hub at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) at the end of the year. The flights will be seasonal, beginning on December 19th.
Tickets for the service went on sale last week. It will be the first time PSP will have a nonstop flight to the nation’s capital, United’s sixth city to serve from PSP.
One daily flight
United’s Senior Vice President of Global Network Planning and Alliances, Patrick Quayle, spoke about the new service.
“This service will be the first connection ever between Washington, DC and Palm Springs and create unparalleled access to Palm Springs from the East Coast and Europe through one of United’s fastest growing hubs. We pride ourselves in offering unique, world-class destinations and are excited to offer our customers more service to beautiful Greater Palm Springs.”
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United will utilize the Boeing 737 MAX 8 on the route. It will operate once daily through April 30, 2025.
|
Flight Number |
Origin |
Departure Time |
Destination |
Arrival Time |
Duration |
Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
UA1632 |
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) |
09:00 |
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) |
11:42 |
5 hours, 42 minutes |
Boeing 737 MAX 8 |
|
UA1633 |
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) |
13:00 |
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) |
20:39 |
4 hours, 39 minutes |
“A convenient and seamless travel option”
The MAX 8 accommodates 166 passengers in a two-class configuration. United First has 16 recliner seats in a 2-2 layout. The seats have a standard pitch of 37 inches and a width of 20.4 inches. United Economy has the remaining 150 standard seats in a 3-3 layout. 54 seats near the front of the cabin are designated as United Economy Plus seats with more legroom. The aircraft also has WiFi, power outlets, and seatback screens with a variety of inflight entertainment (IFE) content. Passengers can also enjoy IFE through streaming on their own devices.
“We are thrilled to welcome United Airlines’ new nonstop service between Washington Dulles and Palm Springs,” said Scott White, President & CEO of Visit Greater Palm Springs. “This new route offers a convenient and seamless travel option for our visitors from the East Coast, making it easier than ever to experience the natural beauty, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality of Greater Palm Springs. We look forward to providing our new guests with an unforgettable desert oasis experience.”
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The Chicago-based carrier will have 14 daily flights from PSP this winter. In addition to IAD, United also serves:
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
- Denver International Airport (DEN)
- Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)
Expanding travel opportunities
The IAD-PSP route will connect passengers to the airline’s impressive operation at IAD, which comprises more than 260 flights to over 100 international and domestic destinations. PSP’s Executive Director of Aviation, Harry Barrett Jr., said the new service is expected to influence travel for both leisure and business passengers.
“The addition of PSP’s new route to Washington, D.C.’s Dulles International Airport demonstrates our commitment to expanding air service and making global destinations even more accessible. By connecting the Coachella Valley directly to our nation’s capital, we significantly enhance our East Coast connectivity. This opens up a world of opportunities for both leisure and business travel, further establishing PSP as a world- class travel hub and driving regional economic growth.”
According to PSP, the airport will offer service to 31 destinations and one-stop connections to over 300 cities worldwide.
“This additional connectivity will provide our passengers with greater access and more travel options than ever before,” the airport said.
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