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Flight deals from San Diego International to Puerto Vallarta

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 6,795. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Puerto Vallarta.R 2,735 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug.One-way flight with Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,735, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 2,803 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,803, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 2,936 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,936, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 3,023 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,023, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 3,069 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,069, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 3,087 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,087, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 3,088 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,088, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 3,096 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,096, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 3,096 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,096, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 3,119 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,119, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 3,138 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,138, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 3,921 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,921, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 4,166 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,166, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 4,384 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,384, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Puerto Vallarta

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to Puerto Vallarta flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 4,384
Aug
from R 2,735
Sep
from R 3,069
Oct
from R 3,023
Nov
from R 2,936
Dec
from R 3,096
Jan
from R 3,088
Feb
from R 3,087
Mar
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May
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Jun
from R 3,096

Direct flights from San Diego International to Puerto Vallarta

San Diego International to Puerto Vallarta: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego International to Puerto Vallarta below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Puerto Vallarta.

Puerto Vallarta

9km from central Puerto Vallarta
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San Diego to Puerto Vallarta: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,735
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from San Diego International to Puerto Vallarta: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to Puerto Vallarta is R 6,763. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego International to Puerto Vallarta.
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly direct from San Diego International to Puerto Vallarta.
As of July 2026, there are 12 flights per week flying from San Diego International to Puerto Vallarta.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Puerto Vallarta is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport on Saturday, 29 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Puerto Vallarta but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Puerto Vallarta is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Aeromexico and Alaska Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Puerto Vallarta.

Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.

  • Puerto Vallarta is two hours ahead of San Diego and is in the UTC-6 timezone.

  • There are four San Diego International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flights every week to choose from.

  • Your SAN to PVR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Flying into Puerto Vallarta (and then exploring more of Mexico!) is a cinch with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport.

  • Alaska Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SAN to PVR flights.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SAN and PVR include:

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • San Francisco International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight is R 2,735. A round-trip ticket right now is R 6,763. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from SAN to PVR, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • The cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SAN to PVR by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.

  • Of the departures from San Diego International Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SAN:

Arriving at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)

Getting from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta

  • Puerto Vallarta Airport to the centre of Puerto Vallarta has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.

When to fly to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport is September, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Puerto Vallarta based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Puerto Vallarta is May, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from San Diego International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SAN to PVR in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.

Explore more of Mexico

  • Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Puerto Vallarta. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.

  • Around 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, León de los Aldama is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.