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$190+ Cheap flights from Puerto Vallarta (PVR) to San Francisco (SFO)

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PVR — SFO
Jul 5 — Jul 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Puerto Vallarta Ordaz to San Francisco are usually found in December or May, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Puerto Vallarta (PVR) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 June 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$297
(Delta)

One-way from

$190
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$449

Good round-trip deal

$377 or less

Good one-way deal

$249 or less
From Puerto Vallarta Ordaz to San Francisco
One-way flight from Puerto Vallarta Ordaz to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($53 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Puerto Vallarta Ordaz to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Puerto Vallarta Ordaz to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/151:15 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Sun 8/2411:10 pmSFO - PVR
1 stop12h 19mDelta
Deal found 6/28$297
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/226:01 amPVR - SFO
1 stop7h 31mAeromexico
Mon 8/255:55 amSFO - PVR
2 stops13h 20mAeromexico
Deal found 6/29$300
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 9/252:23 pmPVR - SFO
Nonstop3h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/305:05 amSFO - PVR
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$305
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Fri 8/154:01 pmPVR - SFO
Nonstop3h 35mAlaska Airlines
Sun 8/246:00 amSFO - PVR
1 stop8h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/28$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Fri 8/221:10 pmPVR - SFO
1 stop21h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/2412:45 amSFO - PVR
1 stop12h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$315
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/134:01 pmPVR - SFO
Nonstop3h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 8/206:00 amSFO - PVR
1 stop8h 04mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/28$346

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

Fly from

Puerto Vallarta

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Puerto VallartaSan Francisco

PVR - SFO

PVRSFO

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 8/15

1:15 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop9h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

11:10 pm-12:29 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$297

Puerto VallartaSan Francisco

PVR - SFO

PVRSFO

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 8/22

6:01 am-12:32 pm

1 stop7h 31m

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

5:55 am-8:15 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$300

Puerto VallartaSan Francisco

PVR - SFO

PVRSFO

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 9/25

2:23 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

5:05 am-12:57 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$305

Puerto VallartaSan Francisco

PVR - SFO

PVRSFO

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 8/15

4:01 pm-6:36 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-3:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$307

Puerto VallartaSan Francisco

PVR - SFO

PVRSFO

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 8/22

1:10 pm-9:46 am

1 stop21h 36m

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

12:45 am-2:30 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$315

Puerto VallartaSan Francisco

PVR - SFO

PVRSFO

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 8/13

4:01 pm-6:36 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-3:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$346

Puerto VallartaSan Francisco

PVR - SFO

PVRSFO

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 9/25

10:11 am-9:30 am

2 stops24h 19m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

10:15 am-2:15 pm

3 stops27h 00m

$547

Puerto VallartaSan Francisco

PVR - SFO

PVRSFO

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 8/14

4:01 pm-6:36 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$190

Puerto VallartaSan Francisco

PVR - SFO

PVRSFO

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 10/1

2:23 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$195

Puerto VallartaSan Francisco

PVR - SFO

PVRSFO

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 8/29

10:03 am-10:51 pm

2 stops13h 48m

$196

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The best insider tips for Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco trip
Airports
PVR

Security lines at PVR can stretch long, especially Sundays and Thursdays. Arrive early to ensure smooth departure.

Read more about PVRby Scott Laird
SFO

For a budget-friendly trip from SFO to downtown, take BART. It’s a 40-minute ride from the airport.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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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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Best time to book a flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco. 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 Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 PVR to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 51% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 30, 2025.

The most flights from PVR to SFO are scheduled on a Friday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated June 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco. 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 Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Puerto Vallarta Ordaz. Booking flights from Ordaz (PVR) to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 7 daily flights to San Francisco from 2 different airlines. 3h 35m is how long a flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco flight route?

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $297. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Aeromexico and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $300 and $305, respectively. Delta is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $190 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $195 and Aeromexico from $205 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco consider choosing Qatar Airways (94%), Air Canada (82%) or United Airlines (82%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $224. While the most popular route (Puerto Vallarta Ordaz - San Francisco) can be booked for $297 on average our data indicates $790 when flying from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco 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 Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco. 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 June 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$239Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$282Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$286Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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