Puerto Vallarta

$51+ Cheap flights from California to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)

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LAX — PVR
Apr 29 — May 61
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Cheap flight deals from California to Puerto Vallarta

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Puerto Vallarta flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$106
(OneTravel)

One-way from

$52
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$428

Good round-trip deal

$334 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Puerto Vallarta Ordaz flight deals.
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From California to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
One-way flight from California to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz.

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Cheapest flights from California to Puerto Vallarta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Puerto Vallarta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/178:18 pmTIJ - PVR
1 stop11h 24mVolaris
Wed 6/251:55 pmPVR - TIJ
1 stop9h 26mVolaris
Deal found 4/22$106
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/510:50 amTIJ - PVR
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/156:24 pmPVR - TIJ
Nonstop2h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$110
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/66:09 amTIJ - PVR
1 stop12h 55mAeromexico
Tue 5/139:16 pmPVR - TIJ
1 stop26h 43mAeromexico
Deal found 4/22$118
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/24:40 pmTIJ - PVR
1 stop4h 40mViva
Fri 5/911:05 pmPVR - TIJ
1 stop13h 05mViva
Deal found 4/23$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/105:26 pmOAK - PVR
1 stop13h 34mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/135:28 pmPVR - OAK
2 stops19h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/121:20 pmOAK - PVR
1 stop27h 45mViva
Thu 5/159:40 pmPVR - OAK
1 stop15h 50mViva
Deal found 4/23$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/162:55 pmLAX - PVR
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/194:04 pmPVR - LAX
Nonstop3h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/81:30 pmLAX - PVR
Nonstop3h 00mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/135:47 pmPVR - LAX
Nonstop3h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$274
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/307:00 amLAX - PVR
Nonstop3h 08mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/134:04 pmPVR - LAX
Nonstop3h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/21$275
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/249:35 amSAN - PVR
Nonstop2h 57mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/3112:40 pmPVR - SAN
Nonstop2h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/23$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/710:27 amLAX - PVR
Nonstop3h 03mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/201:59 pmPVR - LAX
1 stop9h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$285
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Sun 5/187:00 amLAX - PVR
Nonstop3h 02mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 5/234:06 pmPVR - LAX
Nonstop3h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/22$286

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Puerto Vallarta that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Puerto Vallarta that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Puerto Vallarta

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TijuanaPuerto Vallarta

TIJ - PVR

TIJPVR

Tijuana Rodriguez

Tue 6/17

8:18 pm-8:42 am

1 stop11h 24m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 6/25

1:55 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$106

TijuanaPuerto Vallarta

TIJ - PVR

TIJPVR

Tijuana Rodriguez

Mon 5/5

10:50 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 5/15

6:24 pm-8:11 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

$110

TijuanaPuerto Vallarta

TIJ - PVR

TIJPVR

Tijuana Rodriguez

Tue 5/6

6:09 am-8:04 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Tue 5/13

9:16 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop26h 43m

$118

TijuanaPuerto Vallarta

TIJ - PVR

TIJPVR

Tijuana Rodriguez

Wed 5/7

10:50 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 5/14

3:15 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$137

OaklandPuerto Vallarta

OAK - PVR

OAKPVR

Oakland

Sat 5/10

5:26 pm-8:00 am

1 stop13h 34m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 5/15

5:28 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops20h 02m

$230

OaklandPuerto Vallarta

OAK - PVR

OAKPVR

Oakland

Mon 5/12

1:20 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 5/15

9:40 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$253

Los AngelesPuerto Vallarta

LAX - PVR

LAXPVR

Los Angeles

Mon 6/16

2:55 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 6/19

4:04 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

$261

Los AngelesPuerto Vallarta

LAX - PVR

LAXPVR

Los Angeles

Sun 6/8

1:30 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 6/13

5:47 pm-7:57 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$274

Los AngelesPuerto Vallarta

LAX - PVR

LAXPVR

Los Angeles

Sat 6/7

7:00 am-11:02 am

Nonstop3h 02m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 6/13

12:18 pm-2:26 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$275

San DiegoPuerto Vallarta

SAN - PVR

SANPVR

San Diego

Sat 5/24

9:35 am-1:32 pm

Nonstop2h 57m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sat 5/31

12:40 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$277

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Best time to book a flight from California to Puerto Vallarta

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Puerto Vallarta

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Puerto Vallarta?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Puerto Vallarta (average of $457). Flying from California to Puerto Vallarta in October is currently the most expensive (average of $560). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to PVR?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Puerto Vallarta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Puerto Vallarta as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Puerto Vallarta

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Puerto Vallarta. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to PVR are scheduled on a Thursday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Puerto Vallarta by month

Plan your trip to Puerto Vallarta by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Puerto Vallarta ranges from 0.2 - 14.3 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 14.3 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Puerto Vallarta when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Puerto Vallarta by month

Plan your trip to Puerto Vallarta by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Puerto Vallarta, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Puerto Vallarta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Puerto Vallarta. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Puerto Vallarta. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from California to Puerto Vallarta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Puerto Vallarta. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Puerto Vallarta from California?

    Most people fly into Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR) if they book a flight to Puerto Vallarta from California. Ordaz is conveniently located just 3.5 mi from Puerto Vallarta’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Puerto Vallarta flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Puerto Vallarta one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $52 on Volaris. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Viva from $66 and Aeromexico from $67 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Puerto Vallarta?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Puerto Vallarta?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Puerto Vallarta are Qantas Airways (94%), Delta (93%) and Aeromexico (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Puerto Vallarta?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to Puerto Vallarta? While on average our users pay $713, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $118. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Puerto Vallarta Ordaz), is priced around $264.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Puerto Vallarta that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Puerto Vallarta flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Puerto Vallarta?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Puerto Vallarta.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Puerto Vallarta?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Puerto Vallarta by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Puerto Vallarta?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Puerto Vallarta (average of $457). Flying from California to Puerto Vallarta in October is currently the most expensive (average of $560). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Alternative routes for California to Puerto Vallarta

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Puerto Vallarta

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Puerto Vallarta. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$108Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$144Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$160Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
VivaCheapest$171Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$201Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$225Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$241Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
VolarisCheapest$272Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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