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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta is August, where tickets cost £299 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of tickets is £433 and £424 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta, you should book around 1 day before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 1 day before departure.

Which airlines fly direct between San Francisco and Puerto Vallarta?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta.
There are 2 airlines that fly direct from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta. They are Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. The cheapest airline for this route is Alaska Airlines, with the best one-way deal found costing £237. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Alaska Airlines.

How many flights are there between San Francisco and Puerto Vallarta per day?

Each day, there are between 2 and 5 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in Puerto Vallarta, with an average flight time of 3h 42m. The most common departure time is 07:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 19 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Saturday, when 26% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Puerto Vallarta?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 07:00 and will be landing in Puerto Vallarta at 11:38.

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta jets off at 11:19 and lands at 16:04.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

Low season

September

High season

April
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (6% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

  • What are the different kinds of flights that are offered between San Francisco and Puerto Vallarta?

    Each day, there are several nonstop flights between San Francisco and Puerto Vallarta that are offered, with these trips often being serviced by companies like United Airlines. You will also find many trips for this route that will require you to have one layover, which may occur in Denver or Phoenix. Airlines that often service trips with layovers include American Airlines.

  • What transportation can I use to go from the city center to San Francisco International Airport?

    An easy way to go from the city center to San Francisco International Airport is by driving, which generally takes around 10 to 15min with no additional traffic. You can always hop on public transportation instead, like bus line 713, which will bring you to the airport in around 25 to 30min in total.

  • How can I go from Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz to downtown Puerto Vallarta?

    To go from PVR Airport to downtown Puerto Vallarta, it’s typically best to drive, as public transportation is not usually available for this journey. You can expect for the drive to take you anywhere from 10 to 15min in total. Local taxis can normally be found waiting outside of the Arrivals terminal.

  • Is there a car rental center directly at Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz Airport?

    There are several major car rental companies that have offices directly at Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport inside of the International Arrivals terminal. Some of these companies include Budget, National, and Thrifty. The fleet for each of these companies is located directly at the airport, making it easy to grab your vehicle once your flight has landed and you have filled out any necessary paperwork.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta flight route: Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, Delta, American Airlines, Aeromexico, and JetBlue.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Puerto Vallarta, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Puerto Vallarta from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Puerto Vallarta with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Puerto Vallarta from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

  • Looking for a cheap flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £142 or less one-way and £296 or less round-trip.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a hub for several different airlines, including Alaska and United. You will find that both of these companies service many of the flights that depart from this transportation center.
  • Take the time to freshen up after a tiring day of traveling by having a shower once you land at Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR). The VIP Lounge Puerto Vallarta International Lounge has shower facilities that travelers can use for a small fee and even has towels and toiletries.
  • If you need to get a bit of work done before your flight departs from San Francisco International Airport, you can always spend some time at the TripTel Business Center in the International terminal. This center is equipped with workstations, high speed internet, and copy and printing services.
  • Those that need a bit of assistance in planning part of their trip can always go to one of the travel agent desks that are near baggage claim in Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz. The employees here can organize transportation from the airport for you, as well as activities and excursions.
  • When traveling with children, make sure to let them burn off some steam at one of the SFO Kids’ Spot interactive exploration areas in San Francisco International Airport. These play zones have a selection of games and activities for all ages.
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Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco to Ordaz, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Monday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

Friday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

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Direct returns

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz to San Francisco

Monday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

Friday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +3 more

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Top airline flying from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9115 reviews
7.3food
7.9comfort
8.2boarding
8.6crew
7.3entertainment
Airline reviews

We had an hour delay Probably couldn’t be haloed Very friendly staff

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Apr 2024PDX - PVR
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We had an hour delay Probably couldn’t be haloed Very friendly staff

I like that we took off on time and arrived a bit early. I like that I could gate check my bag and board early. I don't like how crowded the flight was. I had ok leg room, but could feel every move of the person next to me. And the aisles are very narrow. The gate and flight crews were terrific.

The flight was diverted and departed from San Jose instead of San Francisco. This could’ve been executed more smoothly because after arriving in San Jose it seemed like nothing was being processed correctly as needed for the gate agents to do their jobs well and the flight to leave on time

Excellent service and prices. I was not award of inflight entertainment.

Both flights from NYC to SFO were delayed more than an hour. No wifi, no screens/movies etc. The crew was nice.

They gave me a seat with extra leg room. But they didn't offer me anything to drink, just because it was an hour flight

flight delayed 2ish hours; status updates easily could have been conveyed in a more timely manner

Temperature was very cold. seat was uncomfortable bc headrest did not work properly - the earflaps would not move.

Alaska airlines is the best. Best customer service, crew, and value for money.

I have taken 4 Alaska flights in the past 3 weeks and every single flight was delayed. They give you a $12 voucher for airport food, sometimes too late, after you’ve already eaten. That might get you a bagel. Reservations, rentals, etc have to be cancelled with no repercussions. Will be avoiding Alaska if possible.

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directAmerican Airlines
3h 39mSFO-PVR
directAir Canada
3h 47mSFO-PVR
directAlaska Airlines
3h 38mSFO-PVR
directQantas Airways
3h 42mSFO-PVR
directUnited Airlines
3h 47mSFO-PVR

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San Francisco - Puerto Vallarta Flights

Departure:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Destination:

Puerto Vallarta (PVR)Mexico

Cabin classes:

£1,536
£296

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