Car rental at
Palm Springs Int Airport
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Welcome to SIXT car rental Palm Springs Airport (PSP)
Your car rental Palm Springs Airport pickup begins inside the terminal, where the SIXT counter sits in the baggage claim area. Palm Springs International Airport welcomed more than 3.3 million passengers in 2025, a record year.
How do you get the best deal at Palm Springs Airport?
Book early for the winter high season and the April festival weekends, when desert demand peaks. Choose a Flexi booking if your plans may change. Other rates have different cancellation conditions.
How do you reach the SIXT station inside Palm Springs Airport?
- Head to the baggage claim area on arrival and look for the SIXT counter next to the Southwest Airlines baggage pickup kiosk.
- No shuttle or train is needed, so you can walk straight to the counter.
- Show your reservation and ID, then collect your keys.
Why choose SIXT at Palm Springs Airport?
- Premium fleet with top brands like BMW and Mercedes-Benz
- New cars ready for pickup
- 24-hour return, even when the counter is closed
Check the more information section at the top of this page, then book your car rental PSP today.
Smooth pickup & return at Palm Springs Airport
Here is what to expect from arrival to drop-off when you rent a car at Palm Springs Airport.
Before your rental
- Bring a valid driver's license and a credit card used for payment and deposit, which must be in the main driver's name. Any additional drivers need their own valid license.
- Add your flight number to your booking so the team can be aware of delays and assist upon arrival.
- Use the SIXT App to manage your reservation before you land.
During your rental
- Add 24/7 roadside assistance as an optional extra.
- Choose the protection options that suit your trip.
- Bring your dog along. Secure them in the vehicle and return the car clean.
After your rental – drop-off and car return
- Follow the airport signs for vehicle return. The SIXT return spaces are in the lot on the left, before the lanes used by the other rental companies.
- Return the car with the same fuel level as at pickup and refuel beforehand, unless you purchased fuel upfront.
- If the counter is closed, park in a spot marked SIXT Return and leave the key in the orange key drop box.
Explore Palm Springs with your rental car
Your car rental Palm Springs Airport pickup puts the whole Coachella Valley within easy reach, from mountain backdrops to mid-century architecture and golf courses.
Most popular car types at SIXT Palm Springs Airport
- An SUV is ready for day trips to Joshua Tree National Park (about 50 miles, 1 hour 15 minutes) and the Indian Canyons (about 5 miles, 15 minutes).
- A convertible puts the top down for scenic cruising past the palms and mountains.
- A compact car makes parking easy around downtown Palm Springs (about 2 miles, 10 minutes).
Extras and add-ons
Add GPS or child seats to your rental car at Palm Springs Airport.
Driving from Palm Springs Airport
Take East Tahquitz Canyon Way from the airport to downtown. The drive from PSP to downtown Palm Springs covers about 2 miles and is short and simple.
Booking and seasonal travel tips
Demand peaks in winter and on festival weekends, so book early for car rental PSP. Flexible one-way options let you pick up in Palm Springs and drop off elsewhere. Check SIXT ONE for rewards and current Best Deals offers before you go.
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What our customers are saying
*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked at Palm Springs Int Airport. The score is an average of all customer responses.
