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Cheapest round-trip
$549
Typical prices: $557-$714
Air Canada
Sat 12/1Sat 12/8
STL - PVR • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$2,010
Typical prices: $590-$808
Southwest
Tue 3/13Tue 3/20
STL - PVR • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between St. Louis and Puerto Vallarta. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 11% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ)
Cheapest • Avg $493 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta (STL-PVR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
Air Canada Logo
4:05 pm - 2:45 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
22h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:50 pm - 3:26 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-STL Lambert-St Louis
25h 36m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$549Air Canada
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:21 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
6h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:50 pm - 11:52 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-STL Lambert-St Louis
8h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$585American Airlines
Sun, Feb 28 - Thu, Apr 1
United Airlines Logo
7:04 pm - 12:57 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
17h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
1:18 pm - 10:06 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-STL Lambert-St Louis
7h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$585United Airlines
Sat, Feb 27 - Tue, Mar 2
United Airlines Logo
5:34 pm - 10:43 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
17h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 10:06 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 35m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$585United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 19
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2:31 pm - 8:30 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
17h 59m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Mexico City Benito Juarez
Aeromexico Logo
2:55 pm - 11:56 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-STL Lambert-St Louis
9h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$585Aeromexico
Sat, Mar 20 - Thu, Mar 25
American Airlines Logo
7:01 pm - 10:24 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
16h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:53 pm - 9:19 amPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-STL Lambert-St Louis
16h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$585American Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
Southwest Logo
5:05 am - 12:45 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
7h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 8:10 amPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-STL Lambert-St Louis
17h 30m2 stops Houston Hobby Baltimore/Washington
$589Southwest
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
Southwest Logo
8:25 pm - 12:45 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
16h 20m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Houston Hobby
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 8:10 amPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-STL Lambert-St Louis
17h 30m2 stops Houston Hobby Baltimore/Washington
$589Southwest
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:54 pm - 3:46 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
23h 52m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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2:00 pm - 2:56 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-STL Lambert-St Louis
24h 56m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$761Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 26 - Sat, Jan 2
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6:04 am - 12:26 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
30h 22m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles
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1:56 pm - 3:34 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-STL Lambert-St Louis
25h 38m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$2,095Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta typically range from $557 to $714. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $549, on Air Canada.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta at $537 round-trip.
•June ($773) and March ($685) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta the cheapest?

Flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta

 
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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on STL

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PVR

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Key details for St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$149
Beat the crowds with an average 70% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 113% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta

When to book flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta?

    A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta takes 00m, covering 1,529 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta flight?

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta range from $557 to $714, with an average of $601 over the past 12 months. Anything below $557 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the $601 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $493 round-trip via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ), compared to $636 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) variants.

  • Have flight prices from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $549 to $2,095. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta looking right now?

    One-way fares from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $428, which is 54% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport (PVR)?

    Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport (PVR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • America Car Rental
    • MEXRENTACAR
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta?

    Flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta pass through?

    One-stop flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Houston Hobby (HOU) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $580 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $689, a difference of $109.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 17m, compared with 6h 46m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 6h 47m via Houston Hobby (HOU).

  • What is the time difference between St. Louis and Puerto Vallarta?

    Puerto Vallarta is 1 hour behind St. Louis (Central Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Puerto Vallarta?

    Some of the most popular sights in Puerto Vallarta are Playa de los Muertos, Malecon and Camarones Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Puerto Vallarta on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $580, about $109 less than Thursday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Puerto Vallarta trip for October. Fares historically average $537 round-trip in that month - typically $236 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Toronto Pearson Intl Airport (YYZ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $493 round-trip on this route - about $143 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport.

    • Flamingo Vallarta Hotel & Marina
    • Holiday Inn Express Puerto Vallarta By IHG
    • Meliá Puerto Vallarta

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