$155 Cheap Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)

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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Puerto Vallarta (SJC-PVR)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $155 for one-way flights and $365 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Airlines
Southwest Airlines
Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines
Bargain Flight
United
Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)
Origin airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Destination airport
Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$364
Distance
1526 mi

San Jose to Puerto Vallarta Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Jose 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 Jose to Puerto Vallarta are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Jose to Puerto Vallarta with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose to Puerto Vallarta in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $155 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 Jose 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 Jose 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 long does it take to fly from SJC to Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz Intl. Airport?
Book a fare with Alaska Airlines and you’ll be traveling for roughly 2 hours and 23 minutes. This reputable airline has a direct flight that leaves at 11:10AM from San Jose Intl. Airport and arrives at Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) at 2:33PM. Expedia has some incredible flight deals, so check out what’s on offer on this route today.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to PVR last minute?
When it’s time to book your flights, being prepared pays off. While you could find a last-minute deal on a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) flight, tickets usually don’t get cheaper as the departure date nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to book a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days ahead. For international flights it’s between three and four months.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Jose Intl. Airport to Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz Intl. Airport?
For Alaska Airlines flights making their way from SJC to Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz Intl. Airport, the busiest time is between 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM. If you want to avoid delays, travel in the morning. This way you’re more likely to dodge the air traffic that builds up in the skyways later in the day.
Can I change the date of my flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz Intl. Airport?
Plans don’t always work out, so Expedia is here to help make amending your journey easy. To start, access your San Jose Intl. Airport to Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz Intl. Airport itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and look up the fare rules to see if you can make changes. If you purchased your airfare in the last 24 hours, some carriers will allow you to cancel for free and organize new flights. If you bought your ticket more than 24 hours ago, connect with us through our Customer Service portal to find out your options.

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