Puerto Vallarta

$88+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)

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SFO — PVR
Oct 10 — Oct 171
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz are usually found in August or January, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

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Round-trip from

$317
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$88
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$460

Good round-trip deal

$425 or less

Good one-way deal

$213 or less
From San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
One-way flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($63 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz.
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 10, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/139:25 amSFO - PVR
Nonstop3h 48mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/152:07 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop27h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/8$317
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/911:47 amSFO - PVR
Nonstop3h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 11/196:44 pmPVR - SFO
Nonstop3h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/7$319
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sun 10/199:20 amSFO - PVR
Nonstop3h 48mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/283:42 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop18h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/8$320
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/209:25 amSFO - PVR
Nonstop3h 48mAlaska Airlines
Fri 10/315:44 pmPVR - SFO
Nonstop3h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Wed 11/126:00 amSFO - PVR
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/34:30 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop28h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/8$322
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Wed 11/511:59 pmSFO - PVR
1 stop8h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/123:40 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop10h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/8$324
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sun 11/97:00 amSFO - PVR
1 stop5h 31mAlaska Airlines
Thu 11/206:44 pmPVR - SFO
Nonstop3h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$325
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Mon 10/62:12 pmSFO - PVR
2 stops18h 24mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/173:18 pmPVR - SFO
Nonstop3h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$326
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Sun 11/1611:47 amSFO - PVR
Nonstop3h 47mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/221:12 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop8h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/8$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/207:55 pmSFO - PVR
2 stops12h 41mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/293:42 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$332
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/207:55 pmSFO - PVR
2 stops12h 41mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/305:44 pmPVR - SFO
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$334

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 September 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta that are best for you.

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Puerto Vallarta

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San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

9:25 am-2:13 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 10/30

5:44 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$321

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

9:25 am-2:13 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 10/30

12:17 pm-7:47 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$331

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

6:00 am-3:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 1/21

2:39 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$340

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Mon 12/15

6:39 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop15h 24m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 12/19

6:27 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

$345

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

6:00 am-3:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 1/30

4:00 pm-5:39 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

$350

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

11:09 am-7:36 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 11/6

1:17 pm-7:47 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$355

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

8:49 am-2:38 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sun 2/8

4:22 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$356

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Sun 1/4

1:20 pm-7:03 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sat 1/10

5:45 pm-9:11 am

1 stop17h 26m

$356

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Mon 12/29

7:25 am-3:41 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 1/8

4:22 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$358

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

11:59 pm-10:47 am

1 stop8h 48m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 11/12

2:37 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$364

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta trip
Airports
SFO

Save time at SFO by using the AirTrain Red Line to quickly navigate between terminals and security checkpoints.

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PVR

At PVR, pre-book transportation to avoid aggressive timeshare sales and taxi solicitations after customs.

Read more about PVRby Scott Laird
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on PVR

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Puerto Vallarta from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta (average of $457). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to PVR?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 September 10, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 41% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 10, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta in 3h 48m. Fly via Hawaiian Airlines or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between San Francisco and Puerto Vallarta is about 1555 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta round-trip?

    Delta, at $145, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Viva and Aeromexico. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta for 71% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta consider choosing Air Canada (90%), United Airlines (90%) or American Airlines (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $138. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Puerto Vallarta Ordaz) can be booked for $313 on average, our data indicates $787 when flying from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Phoenix?

    Most Phoenix visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Heritage Square. Travelers on a layover in Phoenix can visit Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Heritage Square, by traveling 4.0 mi, 16.7 mi, and 4.0 mi, respectively after landing at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Phoenix can rent one for about $53 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta (average of $457). Flying from San Francisco 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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Top 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 September 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$145Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VivaCheapest$191Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$214Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$222Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$291Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$321Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$322Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$365Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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