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$294+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — PVR
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz are usually found in August or September, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Puerto Vallarta

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$375
(Aeromexico)

One-way from

$294
(Aeromexico)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$428
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Puerto Vallarta Ordaz flight deals.
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
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One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San José to Puerto Vallarta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Puerto Vallarta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/105:30 amSJO - PVR
2 stops14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/131:05 pmPVR - SJO
1 stop10h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$339
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/131:25 pmSJO - PVR
1 stop28h 45mAeromexico
Tue 5/2010:47 amPVR - SJO
1 stop25h 16mAeromexico
Deal found 4/14$375
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Fri 5/161:06 amSJO - PVR
1 stop13h 42mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/247:34 pmPVR - SJO
2 stops28h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/14$628
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 9/182:20 pmSJO - PVR
2 stops21h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/221:25 pmPVR - SJO
2 stops20h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$758
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:55 amSJO - PVR
1 stop28h 15mAir Canada
Mon 12/82:10 pmPVR - SJO
2 stops55h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 4/15$875
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Thu 9/188:37 amSJO - PVR
3 stops53h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/251:59 pmPVR - SJO
2 stops17h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$989

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Puerto Vallarta that are best for you.

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San José

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Puerto Vallarta

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Depart

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Price

San JoséPuerto Vallarta

SJO - PVR

SJOPVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/10

5:30 am-7:35 pm

2 stops14h 05m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Mon 10/13

1:05 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$339

San JoséPuerto Vallarta

SJO - PVR

SJOPVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/13

1:25 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop28h 45m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Tue 5/20

10:47 am-12:03 pm

1 stop25h 16m

$375

San JoséPuerto Vallarta

SJO - PVR

SJOPVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/16

1:06 am-2:48 pm

1 stop13h 42m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sat 5/24

7:34 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops28h 12m

$628

San JoséPuerto Vallarta

SJO - PVR

SJOPVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/18

2:20 pm-11:49 am

2 stops21h 29m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Mon 9/22

1:25 pm-9:25 am

2 stops20h 00m

$758

San JoséPuerto Vallarta

SJO - PVR

SJOPVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/18

8:37 am-2:27 pm

3 stops53h 50m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 9/25

1:59 pm-7:15 am

2 stops17h 16m

$989

San JoséPuerto Vallarta

SJO - PVR

SJOPVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/28

1:18 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$389

San JoséPuerto Vallarta

SJO - PVR

SJOPVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 4/27

1:12 am-1:22 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$408

San JoséPuerto Vallarta

SJO - PVR

SJOPVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/23

2:20 pm-2:27 pm

2 stops24h 07m

$1,011

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Deals found on 4/15

Compare providers for flights from San José 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 José to Puerto Vallarta in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 José, San José Province-Puerto Vallarta flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Puerto Vallarta flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Puerto Vallarta flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Puerto Vallarta flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 José, San José Province-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 José to Puerto Vallarta

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Puerto Vallarta

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Puerto Vallarta?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Puerto Vallarta. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Puerto Vallarta is 78 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 José, San José Province to Puerto Vallarta?

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

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 15, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Puerto Vallarta round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San José, San José Province to Puerto Vallarta is Aeromexico. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $375 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $628 and $833 round-trip. Aeromexico is priced at 9% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José 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 José to Puerto Vallarta.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José, San José Province to Puerto Vallarta?

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

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