$119 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta (SFO-PVR)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $119 for one-way flights and $274 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 14
SFO
San Francisco
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$274 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$274
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $274 found 1 hour ago
Bargain Flight
Sun, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 31
SFO
San Francisco
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$279 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Sun, Oct 26 from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $279 found 7 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 16
SFO
San Francisco
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$279 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, returning Thu, Oct 16, priced at $279 found 7 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Fri, Aug 15
SFO
San Francisco
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$282 Roundtrip, just found
$282
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, returning Fri, Aug 15, priced at $282 just found
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Oct 6 - Fri, Oct 10
SFO
San Francisco
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$284 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, returning Fri, Oct 10, priced at $284 found 1 hour ago
Bargain Flight
Sun, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 28
SFO
San Francisco
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$284 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Sun, Aug 17 from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $284 found 4 hours ago
United
Wed, Aug 13 - Fri, Aug 15
SFO
San Francisco
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$284 Roundtrip, just found
$284
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, returning Fri, Aug 15, priced at $284 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 22
SFO
San Francisco
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$285 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $285 found 4 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 22
SFO
San Francisco
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$286 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$286
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $286 found 4 hours ago
United
Wed, Aug 13 - Fri, Aug 15
SFO
San Francisco
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$287 Roundtrip, just found
$287
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, returning Fri, Aug 15, priced at $287 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $258 - $415 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Puerto Vallarta

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. PVR. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 15 minutes. Flights from $449
PVR
Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center15 min
Flights from $449
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$274
Distance
1556 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 47 mins

San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $119 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) cost?
Score cheap return tickets from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) starting from $274. Grab a seat and get ready for takeoff. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving SFO on August 7 2025 and touching down at PVR. The price was last updated on July 12 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to PVR?
The cheapest flights from SFO to PVR are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
When heading out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can get on a direct flight to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to PVR?
Travel from SFO to PVR with Alaska Airlines. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way fare on this route, starting from $119. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on October 7 2025. Prices were last updated on July 12 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
When taking off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can choose from an average of 3 daily direct flights to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
More travelers fly between SFO and PVR at 8 AM than at any other point in the day. Looking for a quieter experience? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to PVR?
Travel on a Saturday if you're looking for the best selection of flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)'s first flight to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) takes off at approximately 7:11AM UTC-8. With a flight time of 3h 44m, you'll touch down at around 12:55PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
The average flight duration from SFO to PVR is 3 hours and 46 minutes, covering a distance of 1,550 mi.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
To avoid possible delays on the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) route, travel before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Puerto Vallarta from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) is the only airport in Puerto Vallarta with direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Consider the available options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book your flight from SFO to PVR generally means paying more. Although you may find some last-minute deals, they're not always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule for a better chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to PVR flight and hotel package?
Booking a SFO to PVR flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Pick from our impressive range of accommodations and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
If you reserved your SFO to PVR flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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