Puerto Vallarta

$139+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)

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SFO — PVR
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz are usually found in January or February, booked 7 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$357
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$139
(Alaska Airlines)
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Puerto Vallarta Ordaz flight deals.
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From San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
One-way 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 November 20, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/118:56 amSFO - PVR
Nonstop3h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/162:40 pmPVR - SFO
Nonstop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$357
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2711:59 pmSFO - PVR
1 stop7h 36mFrontier
Sat 1/111:22 pmPVR - SFO
2 stops12h 49mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$358
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/128:22 amSFO - PVR
Nonstop3h 40mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/203:20 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop8h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$363
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/76:20 amSFO - PVR
2 stops11h 14mAeromexico
Tue 12/243:32 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop9h 28mAeromexico
Deal found 11/20$373
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/33:18 pmSFO - PVR
2 stops16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/227:59 pmPVR - SFO
Nonstop4h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$375
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:20 amSFO - PVR
2 stops14h 34mDelta
Wed 12/253:55 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 11/20$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/125:44 amSFO - PVR
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/194:33 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$382
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/116:00 pmSFO - PVR
1 stop17h 01mSun Country Air
Sun 12/154:00 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop20h 46mSun Country Air
Deal found 11/20$477

Find flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta within your budget

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San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

8:56 am-2:45 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Mon 12/16

2:40 pm-4:41 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

$357

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Mon 1/6

2:55 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop19h 08m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 1/10

7:51 pm-9:55 am

1 stop16h 04m

$358

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Fri 1/17

6:30 am-11:14 pm

2 stops14h 44m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sun 1/19

6:02 am-5:33 pm

2 stops13h 31m

$359

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Sat 12/7

6:20 am-7:34 pm

2 stops11h 14m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Tue 12/24

3:32 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$373

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Tue 12/3

3:18 pm-9:28 am

2 stops16h 10m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sun 12/22

7:59 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop4h 07m

$375

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Sat 1/4

10:41 am-11:11 am

2 stops22h 30m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sat 1/11

11:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops47h 20m

$381

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Thu 12/12

5:44 am-1:11 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 12/20

4:33 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$382

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

6:00 pm-1:01 pm

1 stop17h 01m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sun 12/15

4:00 pm-10:46 am

1 stop20h 46m

$477

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Sun 1/12

7:30 am-1:14 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$139

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

11:59 pm-12:54 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$144

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Puerto Vallarta flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Puerto Vallarta flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Puerto Vallarta flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Puerto Vallarta flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Puerto Vallarta flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta is 7 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 $455). Flying from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta in October is currently the most expensive (average of $530). 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 November 20, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 36% 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 November 18, 2024.

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. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to PVR are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 November 20, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Aeromexico and Frontier from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.5
Good
2,004 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

    Booking a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR) is your only option if you wish to fly from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta. On a typical day, there are 4 flights from San Francisco to Ordaz, all of which are around 3h 42m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 8 airlines when you book a flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta flight route?

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

    United Airlines, at $357, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and Delta. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $139. Frontier flights start at $148 while deals on Delta start at $159 one-way.

  • 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 Qatar Airways (100%), Hawaiian Airlines (100%) or Alaska Airlines (99%) 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 $123. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Puerto Vallarta Ordaz) can be booked for $314 on average our data indicates $838 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 Los Angeles?

    Most Los Angeles visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live. Travelers on a layover in Los Angeles can visit Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live, by traveling 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively after landing at Los Angeles. Travelers in need of a car in Los Angeles can rent one for about $43 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Phoenix?

    If you're on a layover in Phoenix and looking for things to do, consider visiting Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, or Phoenix Symphony Hall. Travelers on a layover in Phoenix can visit Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Phoenix Symphony Hall, by traveling 4.0 mi, 16.7 mi, and 4.3 mi, respectively after landing at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Those landing in Phoenix looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $69 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 $455). Flying from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta in October is currently the most expensive (average of $530). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$241Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$264Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$304Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$304Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$316Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$368Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$405Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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