Puerto Vallarta

$190+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — PVR
Mar 16 — Mar 231
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 14, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 4/15:45 am
SBA
-
PVR
1 stop7h 34m
Delta
Tue 4/73:29 pm
PVR
-
SBA
1 stop7h 25m
Delta
Deal found 2/10$406
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sat 5/25:45 am
SBA
-
PVR
1 stop7h 39m
Delta
Mon 5/113:30 pm
PVR
-
SBA
1 stop7h 20m
Delta
Deal found 2/9$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Mon 3/25:40 am
SBA
-
PVR
1 stop7h 45m
Delta
Wed 3/44:35 pm
PVR
-
SBA
1 stop7h 18m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$440
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/22:53 pm
SBA
-
PVR
1 stop22h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/112:12 pm
PVR
-
SBA
1 stop25h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/12$449
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/186:12 am
SBA
-
PVR
1 stop7h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 7/254:10 pm
PVR
-
SBA
1 stop8h 01m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/12$472
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 4/16:19 am
SBA
-
PVR
1 stop4h 51m
American Airlines
Tue 4/71:53 pm
PVR
-
SBA
1 stop5h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$474

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$406
(Delta)

One-way from

$190
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$555
Provider with most accurate pricing for Santa Barbara-Puerto Vallarta Ordaz flight deals.
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From Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara 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 February 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta that are best for you.

Fly from

Santa Barbara

Fly to

Puerto Vallarta

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/1

5:45 am-2:19 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Tue 4/7

3:29 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$406

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/2

5:45 am-2:24 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Mon 5/11

3:30 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$439

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/2

5:40 am-3:25 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 3/4

4:35 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$440

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/2

2:53 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop22h 42m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Mon 5/11

2:12 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$449

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/18

6:12 am-3:02 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sat 7/25

4:10 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$472

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/1

6:19 am-1:55 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Tue 4/7

1:53 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$474

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/24

6:15 am-3:40 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$190

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/24

4:41 pm-10:55 am

2 stops17h 14m

$215

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/25

6:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$215

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-2:38 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$223

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Deals found on 2/11

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-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 Santa Barbara-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 Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta (average of $127). Flying from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta in March is currently the most expensive (average of $197). 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.

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 February 14, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara 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 long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta?

    Airlines like Delta and Alaska Airlines fly from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta in about 7h 34m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 08m. The distance between Santa Barbara and Puerto Vallarta is about 1300 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($315), Delta ($375), and American Airlines ($394) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta (average of $127). Flying from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta in March is currently the most expensive (average of $197). 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$315Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$375Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$394Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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