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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sacramento International to Puerto Vallarta? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Puerto Vallarta.R 2,463 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,463, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 2,471 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 30 Dec, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,471, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 2,472 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,472, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 3,175 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,175, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 4,274 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Nov.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,274, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 4,712 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,712, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 16,065 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,065, select.
Puerto Vallarta.R 16,120 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 27 Dec, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,120, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to Puerto Vallarta

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sacramento International to Puerto Vallarta flights are currently cheapest in October.
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Direct flights from Sacramento International to Puerto Vallarta

Sacramento International to Puerto Vallarta: Alternative routes

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

Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,463
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlineHawaiian Airlines
Average flights per week2

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Sacramento International to Puerto Vallarta is R 5,751. 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.
3 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Sacramento International to Puerto Vallarta.
Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Sacramento International to Puerto Vallarta.
As of October 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from Sacramento International to Puerto Vallarta.
The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to Puerto Vallarta is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sacramento International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport on Saturday, 8 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 37 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, Volaris and Alaska Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Puerto Vallarta.

Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Puerto Vallarta is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Sacramento.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your SMF to PVR flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SMF and PVR:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • John Wayne Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

  • R 2,463 is the best price for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 5,751. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SMF to PVR if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap flights from Sacramento International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SMF to PVR by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.

  • Sacramento International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that take off from SMF reach their destination on time.

  • Central Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Get a good night's rest here before making your way to SMF.

Arriving at Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta

  • Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to the centre of Puerto Vallarta has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

  • March is the most popular month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Puerto Vallarta in May.

  • When reserving your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Puerto Vallarta, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • February sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SMF to PVR around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Mexico

  • Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Puerto Vallarta. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in Mexico, consider León de los Aldama, roughly 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. ANP Cañada Arroyo Hondo, Espacio de autogestión La Marquesa and LA CASA DE LAS PERRITAS are among the biggest draws.

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