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$173+ 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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — PVR
Aug 16 — Aug 231
Sat 8/16
Sat 8/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$331
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$173
(United Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$663
From Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 August 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/146:05 amSBA - PVR
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/161:49 pmPVR - SBA
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/9$331
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2412:22 pmSBA - PVR
2 stops23h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/11:25 pmPVR - SBA
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/10$365
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:05 amSBA - PVR
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/81:25 pmPVR - SBA
1 stop10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/9$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/246:05 amSBA - PVR
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/72:08 pmPVR - SBA
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/10$445
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:05 amSBA - PVR
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/121:15 pmPVR - SBA
1 stop20h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/10$568
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/142:32 pmSBA - PVR
2 stops19h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/1612:25 pmPVR - SBA
3 stops27h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/9$572

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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 August 11, 2025.
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

Sun 9/14

6:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Tue 9/16

1:49 pm-6:39 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$331

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/24

12:22 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops23h 03m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 10/1

1:25 pm-11:31 am

2 stops23h 06m

$365

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/4

6:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Mon 9/8

1:25 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$389

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Fri 10/24

6:05 am-2:13 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 11/7

2:08 pm-6:09 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$445

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Fri 10/3

6:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sun 10/12

1:15 pm-8:56 am

1 stop20h 41m

$568

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/24

5:45 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops18h 55m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sat 1/31

4:00 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop28h 14m

$569

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/1

6:45 pm-10:47 am

2 stops15h 02m

$173

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/1

4:30 pm-11:33 am

2 stops18h 03m

$227

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/1

7:44 pm-2:45 pm

3 stops42h 01m

$306

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 8/10

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta

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

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 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($331), offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta. This flight start at 39% 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta (average of $457). Flying from Santa Barbara 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara 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 August 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$375Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$383Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$390Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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