$119+ 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 9/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — PVR
Sep 16 — Sep 231
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San José to Puerto VallartaExplore 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 August 17, 2026.
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 August 17, 2026.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/17:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Fri 9/41:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$300
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/287:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Sat 10/101:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$333
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/247:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Sat 10/31:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$353
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/87:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Thu 10/152:34 pm -
1 stop9h 25m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$369
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/267:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Thu 9/31:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$372
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/201:25 pm -
1 stop25h 33m
Tue 10/279:51 am -
1 stop26h 15m
Deal found 8/13![Aeromexico logo]()
$388
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/117:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Fri 9/181:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$389
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/171:25 pm -
1 stop9h 39m
Mon 9/213:55 pm -
1 stop20h 15m
Deal found 8/12![Aeromexico logo]()
$391
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/165:00 am -
1 stop12h 35m
Mon 9/216:21 pm -
1 stop21h 34m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$398
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Thu 9/177:00 am -
1 stop11h 35m
Mon 9/216:21 pm -
2 stops14h 29m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$402
Best flights from San José to Puerto VallartaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Puerto Vallarta that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Puerto Vallarta that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/17:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Fri 9/41:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$300
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/287:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Sat 10/101:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$316
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/117:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Fri 9/181:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$389
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/165:00 am -
1 stop12h 35m
Mon 9/216:21 pm -
1 stop21h 34m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$398
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Thu 9/174:15 pm -
2 stops20h 20m
Mon 9/2112:13 pm -
2 stops23h 57m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$475
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/87:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Tue 9/151:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$488
Last-minute flights from San José to Puerto VallartaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San José to Puerto Vallarta. Data last updated August 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to Puerto Vallarta. Data last updated August 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/267:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Thu 9/31:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$372
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/17:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Fri 9/41:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$300
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/117:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Fri 9/181:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$389
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/117:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Sat 9/1912:55 pm -
2 stops47h 20m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$460
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/165:00 am -
1 stop12h 35m
Mon 9/216:21 pm -
1 stop21h 34m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$398
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/171:25 pm -
1 stop9h 39m
Mon 9/213:55 pm -
1 stop20h 15m
Deal found 8/12![Aeromexico logo]()
$391
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Thu 9/177:00 am -
1 stop11h 35m
Mon 9/216:21 pm -
2 stops14h 29m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$402
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/247:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Sat 10/31:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$353
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/287:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Sat 10/101:26 pm -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$333
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/281:15 pm -
2 stops22h 37m
Mon 10/58:35 am -
1 stop7h 20m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$413
One-way flights from San José to Puerto VallartaSearch for one-way flight options from San José to Puerto Vallarta. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San José to Puerto Vallarta. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/141:15 pm -
1 stop8h 45m
Deal found 8/15![Viva logo]()
$119
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/241:20 pm -
1 stop8h 50m
Deal found 8/15![Viva logo]()
$152
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/101:25 pm -
1 stop9h 39m
Deal found 8/17![Aeromexico logo]()
$252
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/237:00 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Deal found 8/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$256
Find 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 August 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $300 (Volaris) |
One-way from | $119 (Viva) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $394 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 August 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Puerto Vallarta that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
San JoséPuerto Vallarta
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
SJOPVR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 9/1
7:00 am-5:35 pm
1 stop10h 35m
Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
Fri 9/4
1:26 pm-9:56 pm
1 stop8h 30m
$300
San JoséPuerto Vallarta
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
SJOPVR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 9/28
7:00 am-5:35 pm
1 stop10h 35m
Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
Sat 10/10
1:26 pm-9:56 pm
1 stop8h 30m
$316
San JoséPuerto Vallarta
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
SJOPVR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 9/11
7:00 am-5:35 pm
1 stop10h 35m
Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
Fri 9/18
1:26 pm-9:56 pm
1 stop8h 30m
$389
San JoséPuerto Vallarta
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
SJOPVR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 9/16
5:00 am-5:35 pm
1 stop12h 35m
Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
Mon 9/21
6:21 pm-3:55 pm
1 stop21h 34m
$398
San JoséPuerto Vallarta
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
SJOPVR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 9/17
4:15 pm-12:35 pm
2 stops20h 20m
Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
Mon 9/21
12:13 pm-12:10 pm
2 stops23h 57m
$475
San JoséPuerto Vallarta
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
SJOPVR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 9/8
7:00 am-5:35 pm
1 stop10h 35m
Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
Tue 9/15
1:26 pm-9:56 pm
1 stop8h 30m
$488
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way
San JoséPuerto Vallarta
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
SJOPVR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 9/14
1:15 pm-10:00 pm
1 stop8h 45m
$119
San JoséPuerto Vallarta
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
SJOPVR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 8/24
1:20 pm-10:10 pm
1 stop8h 50m
$152
San JoséPuerto Vallarta
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
SJOPVR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 10/10
1:25 pm-11:04 pm
1 stop9h 39m
$252
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- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Puerto Vallarta flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-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
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Puerto Vallarta from San José with our price prediction graph.
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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 to Puerto Vallarta?
Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José to Puerto Vallarta. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Puerto Vallarta?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Puerto Vallarta (average of $358). Flying from San José to Puerto Vallarta in May is currently the most expensive (average of $540). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Puerto Vallarta?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
San José to Puerto Vallarta flights typically cost between $366 and $629 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $300 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 1-Sep 4).
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 August 17, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Aeromexico from San José to Puerto Vallarta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
7.4
Food
6.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
7.4
Crew
7.9
Comfort
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Mar 2026
SFO - GDL
Overall
7.4
Food
6.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
7.4
Crew
7.9
Comfort
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Mar 2026
SFO - GDL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$378 | Average$515 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |