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

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Popular airlines from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)

Today's featured flight deals from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (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 $288 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Tue, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 26
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$288 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$288
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Wed, Nov 26, priced at $288 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 26
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$294 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$294
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Wed, Nov 26, priced at $294 found 4 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 18
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$295 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 16 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $295 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 26
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$296 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$296
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Wed, Nov 26, priced at $296 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 26
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$296 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$296
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Wed, Nov 26, priced at $296 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 14
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$299 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $299 found 4 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 18
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$299 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 14 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Thu, Dec 18, priced at $299 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Mon, Dec 15 - Mon, Dec 22
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$301 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$301
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Mon, Dec 22, priced at $301 found 4 days ago
United
Wed, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 13
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$305 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$305
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $305 found 4 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 14
SAN
San Diego
PVR
Puerto Vallarta
$317 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$317
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 31 from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, returning Sat, Feb 14, priced at $317 found 3 hours ago

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

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $274 - $426 per traveler.

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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 $437
PVR
Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center15 min
Flights from $437

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 $288 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.

Travel information

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
$287
Distance
1110 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 56 mins

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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.

 

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