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Only Southwest operates flights between Puerto Vallarta and Sacramento.

Flights from Puerto Vallarta to Sacramento usually depart from Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

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

• Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Puerto Vallarta to Sacramento.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $285 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $598 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$45 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

One-stop flights from Puerto Vallarta to Sacramento most commonly connect through:

• Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 75% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 5% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 1% of one-stop connections

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Puerto Vallarta to Sacramento route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $343 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $548, a difference of $205. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Some of the most popular sights in Sacramento are Golden 1 Center, UC Davis Medical Center and Sacramento Capitol Park. These are among the most viewed places in Sacramento on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Puerto Vallarta to Sacramento:

• Earliest: departs at 4:50 pm and lands at 8:55 pm
• Latest: departs at 4:50 pm and lands at 8:55 pm.

The flight takes about 4h 05m.

A nonstop flight from Puerto Vallarta to Sacramento takes 4h 05m, covering 1,578 miles.

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.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $324 to $1,259. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Puerto Vallarta to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $207, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 24m, compared with 7h 15m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 7h 50m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Thrifty
· Dollar
· Budget
· Hertz
· Payless

Round-trip flights from Puerto Vallarta to Sacramento range from $360 to $548, with an average of $431 over the past 12 months. Anything below $360 counts as a good deal.