Palm Springs, CA — Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) announces a remarkable milestone, breaking its all-time record for passenger traffic with more than 3.2 million passengers in 2023.
The total passenger count for the year came in at 3,237,325, surpassing the previous record set one year prior in 2022 by nearly 9%, when 2,981,844 traveled through PSP. Throughout 2023, PSP set eight new monthly passenger records.
The airport also broke a previous record for most available seats in a year. The number of available scheduled seats increased by 7.7% in 2023 to a record high of 2,101,693. These monumental achievements highlight the sustained growth and increased demand for air travel through the Palm Springs region.
“As we celebrate this accomplishment, we continue to actively elevate the airport experience with ongoing concessions upgrades and a remodel of our Bono concourse which is nearing
completion. Looking ahead, we are laying the groundwork for future growth through an innovative terminal expansion concept and Master Plan process,” said Harry Barrett, Jr., Executive Director of Aviation. “We eagerly anticipate exceeding expectations in 2024 and striving to ensure an unrivaled experience in air travel.”
“It comes as no surprise that Palm Springs International Airport has once again broken its own record for passenger traffic,” said Aftab Dada, Airport Commission Chair. “This enthusiastic response from passengers attests to the unparalleled experience that only PSP can deliver.”
Airport officials expect 2024 to be a strong year as well. The first quarter of this year is forecasted to bring more than 650,000 passengers through the airport during this time.
ABOUT PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) served more than 3.2 million passengers in 2023 and is owned and operated by the City of Palm Springs. It is the only commercial service airport in the Coachella Valley, the closest airport to Joshua Tree National Park, and hosts 12 airlines providing nonstop service to 30 airports in season with one-stop connections to more than 300 global cities. US nonstop routes include Atlanta, Austin, Bellingham, Bend/Redmond, Boise, Chicago O’Hare, Dallas Love, Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver, Des Moines, Eugene, Everett, Houston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York City-JFK, Oakland, Phoenix, Portland, Reno, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Rosa, and Seattle. Canadian nonstop routes include Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Vancouver, and Winnipeg. PSP is served by Air Canada, Alaska, Allegiant, Avelo, American, Delta, Flair, JetBlue, Southwest, Sun Country, United, and WestJet. Some airlines and routes operate on a seasonal basis. For additional information, please refer to flyPSP.com or get social with PSP on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/flyPSP), Twitter (@flyPSP), or Instagram (@flyPSP) to stay informed about the airport and the airlines that serve the Coachella Valley.
