Puerto Vallarta

$137+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)

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SFO — PVR
Jan 29 — Feb 51
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz are usually found in January or August, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Tue 12/308:49 amSFO - PVR
Nonstop3h 49mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/314:11 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop8h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$395
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Sun 12/2811:59 pmSFO - PVR
1 stop11h 03mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/314:11 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop8h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Mon 12/298:49 amSFO - PVR
Nonstop3h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/22:37 pmPVR - SFO
Nonstop4h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$413
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Wed 12/311:20 pmSFO - PVR
Nonstop3h 43mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/75:15 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop17h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/29$429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 12/311:13 pmSFO - PVR
1 stop26h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/64:50 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop25h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/29$462
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Wed 12/311:43 pmSFO - PVR
1 stop18h 22mDelta
Wed 1/75:45 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop17h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/29$464

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

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 December 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$313
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$137
(TravelUp)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$628

Good round-trip deal

$395 or less

Good one-way deal

$191 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Puerto Vallarta Ordaz flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Puerto Vallarta Ordaz flights.
From San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
One-way flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz.

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

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Puerto Vallarta

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Return

Price

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

8:49 am-2:38 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 2/27

2:37 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$317

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

10:20 am-4:06 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 3/5

7:59 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

$317

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

7:48 am-1:29 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 1/29

2:40 pm-4:41 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

$317

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

7:48 am-1:29 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 1/22

2:40 pm-4:41 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

$317

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

12:43 am-1:02 pm

1 stop10h 19m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 1/30

5:46 pm-7:47 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

$322

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

10:26 pm-11:07 am

1 stop11h 41m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 3/18

2:12 pm-5:24 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

$322

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

7:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 2/26

4:22 pm-12:15 am

1 stop9h 53m

$332

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

6:40 am-5:49 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 2/25

1:44 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$332

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

7:48 am-1:29 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Tue 2/3

2:40 pm-4:41 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

$337

San FranciscoPuerto Vallarta

SFO - PVR

SFOPVR

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

6:40 am-4:49 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Tue 3/17

1:57 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 02m

$337

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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 December.
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
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 San Francisco-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 Francisco-Puerto Vallarta flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 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 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

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Estimated round-trip price
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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 December 26, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta (average of $162). Flying from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta in December is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 December 30, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta flights

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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.

PVR

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

Our travel experts
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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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 December 30, 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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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 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 7 flights from San Francisco to Ordaz, all of which are around 3h 41m 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?

  • 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 46m. Fly via United 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 Aeromexico and Viva. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta for 70% 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 Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $103. Hawaiian Airlines flights start at $119 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $128 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 Air Canada (83%), United Airlines (83%) or Qantas Airways (73%) 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 $128. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Puerto Vallarta Ordaz) can be booked for $307 on average, our data indicates $760 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 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. Travelers in need of a car in Phoenix can rent one for about $50 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta (average of $162). Flying from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta in December is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 December 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$145Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$179Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VivaCheapest$191Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$221Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$291Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$315Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$365Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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