$129 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta (SAN-PVR)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $129 for one-way flights and $261 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Sun, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 7
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$261 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$261
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 30 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $261 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 20
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$267 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$267
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $267 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 20
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$272 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$272
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $272 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Thu, Oct 9
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$272 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$272
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $272 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 13
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$277 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $277 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Thu, Oct 9
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$278 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$278
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $278 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 20
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$285 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $285 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 18
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$286 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$286
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 12 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $286 found 1 day ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Sun, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 19
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$299 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 9 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $299 found 21 hours ago
United
Wed, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 28
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$353 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$353
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $353 found 5 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $268 - $454 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 $406
PVR
Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center15 min
Flights from $406
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)
Origin airport
San Diego 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
$260
Distance
1110 mi

San Diego to Puerto Vallarta Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego 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 Diego 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 Diego to Puerto Vallarta in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $129 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 Diego 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 Diego 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 Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $129 or cheap return flight from $261 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
November is the least expensive month to fly from SAN to PVR. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to finding a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
When heading out of San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you can catch a direct flight to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) with Alaska Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll fly you from SAN to PVR. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snag the best deal available.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
On average you can take your pick of 3 direct flights each week from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR). For greater flexibility, consider flights with layovers. Enter your dates on Expedia and then set the filters to include one or two stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
Flights between SAN and PVR are busiest at 8 AM. For a more relaxed experience and possibly cheaper tickets, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to PVR?
Sunday offers the most flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 8:43AM UTC-8, leaving from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). You'll be in the air for about 2h 51m, arriving at Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) at approximately 1:34PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
The average flight time from SAN to PVR is 2 hours and 50 minutes, covering a total distance of 1,100 mi.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
To touch down at Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) on schedule, select a flight that takes off from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Puerto Vallarta, Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SAN to PVR are typically more expensive. For the best prices, start searching for flights ahead of time. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may score a cheap fare right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to PVR flight and hotel package?
Booking a SAN to PVR flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Choose from our extensive range of hotels and then add car rentals, activities and flights 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 Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)?
In most instances, you can cancel or reschedule your SAN to PVR flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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