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$103+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — PVR
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/211:04 amSMF - PVR
1 stop11h 56mVolaris
Mon 5/255:41 pmPVR - SMF
1 stop7h 08mVolaris
Deal found 1/8$322
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/148:29 pmSMF - PVR
1 stop14h 12mVolaris
Sat 2/213:16 pmPVR - SMF
1 stop8h 44mVolaris
Deal found 1/8$326
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/128:29 pmSMF - PVR
1 stop14h 12mVolaris
Sun 2/152:39 pmPVR - SMF
1 stop10h 36mVolaris
Deal found 1/7$327
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/2812:40 amSMF - PVR
1 stop11h 20mVolaris
Mon 2/22:39 pmPVR - SMF
1 stop9h 06mVolaris
Deal found 1/5$328
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Wed 3/47:08 amSMF - PVR
1 stop8h 41mAlaska Airlines
Sun 3/81:57 pmPVR - SMF
2 stops23h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/8$329
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/171:04 amSMF - PVR
1 stop11h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/267:30 pmPVR - SMF
2 stops19h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/44:35 pmSMF - PVR
2 stops16h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/112:37 pmPVR - SMF
1 stop9h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$332
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Fri 2/207:08 amSMF - PVR
1 stop8h 41mAlaska Airlines
Sat 2/286:33 pmPVR - SMF
Nonstop4h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/8$333
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Sun 1/257:00 amSMF - PVR
1 stop6h 20mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/285:45 pmPVR - SMF
1 stop22h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/8$334
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Thu 1/293:00 pmSMF - PVR
1 stop22h 20mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/42:40 pmPVR - SMF
2 stops29h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/8$335
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 4/137:17 amSMF - PVR
1 stop6h 46mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/202:12 pmPVR - SMF
1 stop9h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/5$336

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 January 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$322
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$103
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$411
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 January 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Puerto Vallarta

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SacramentoPuerto Vallarta

SMF - PVR

SMFPVR

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/12

12:47 pm-11:34 am

2 stops21h 47m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sun 3/15

1:57 pm-10:05 am

2 stops21h 08m

$329

SacramentoPuerto Vallarta

SMF - PVR

SMFPVR

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/4

7:08 am-5:49 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sun 3/8

1:57 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 13m

$329

SacramentoPuerto Vallarta

SMF - PVR

SMFPVR

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/5

7:04 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop16h 43m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sun 3/8

1:57 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 13m

$329

SacramentoPuerto Vallarta

SMF - PVR

SMFPVR

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/30

7:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 2/4

2:40 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops23h 42m

$329

SacramentoPuerto Vallarta

SMF - PVR

SMFPVR

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/1

7:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 2/4

2:40 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops23h 42m

$329

SacramentoPuerto Vallarta

SMF - PVR

SMFPVR

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/20

7:08 am-5:49 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sat 2/28

6:33 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop4h 06m

$333

SacramentoPuerto Vallarta

SMF - PVR

SMFPVR

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 1/28

5:45 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$334

SacramentoPuerto Vallarta

SMF - PVR

SMFPVR

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/10

12:40 am-2:00 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$106

SacramentoPuerto Vallarta

SMF - PVR

SMFPVR

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/30

1:04 am-2:00 pm

1 stop11h 56m

$112

SacramentoPuerto Vallarta

SMF - PVR

SMFPVR

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/25

12:40 am-1:00 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$118

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Sacramento-Puerto Vallarta flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Puerto Vallarta flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Puerto Vallarta flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta, you should look to book at least 18 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta (average of $162). Flying from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta in January is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 SMF to PVR?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 January 8, 2026.

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

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 January 8, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines from Sacramento 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,661 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,661 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,661 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,661 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,661 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,094 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,661 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,169 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,661 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta flight route?

    Within the past month, 2 users have taken a look at flights from Sacramento Intl to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta?

    A quick flight from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta can take about 21h 47m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $329. Airlines will cover a distance of 1578 mi.

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

    Flying on Aeromexico is currently your cheapest option to Puerto Vallarta, with prices starting at $143. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Hawaiian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $144 and $223, respectively. These flights start at 66% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $99 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Volaris. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $143 and $143, respectively.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta? While on average our users pay $325, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $158. The most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Puerto Vallarta Ordaz), is priced around $299.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta (average of $162). Flying from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta in January is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$143Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$248Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$273Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$320Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$333Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$337Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$353Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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