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$181 Find Cheap Flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco

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Cheap Flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco (PVR-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco

Wed, Jul 2 - Wed, Jul 9
United Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 7:43 pmPVR-SFO
3h 43mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:15 pm - 12:57 pmSFO-PVR
14h 42m1 stop
$283United Airlines
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Thu, Jun 19 - Wed, Jun 25
Delta Logo
1:39 pm - 8:58 pmPVR-SFO
8h 19m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 2:13 pmSFO-PVR
7h 38m1 stop
$284Delta
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Thu, Jun 19 - Wed, Jun 25
Delta Logo
10:52 am - 11:12 pmPVR-SFO
13h 20m2 stops
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 2:13 pmSFO-PVR
7h 38m1 stop
$290Delta
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Thu, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 30
Delta Logo
10:49 am - 9:25 pmPVR-SFO
11h 36m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:45 am - 2:50 pmSFO-PVR
8h 05m1 stop
$306Delta
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Fri, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 13
American Airlines Logo
10:51 am - 11:59 pmPVR-SFO
14h 08m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:28 pm - 11:49 amSFO-PVR
20h 21m1 stop
$318American Airlines
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Thu, Jun 19 - Wed, Jun 25
Lufthansa Logo
2:23 pm - 5:08 pmPVR-SFO
3h 45mnonstop
Lufthansa Logo
11:09 am - 3:55 pmSFO-PVR
3h 46mnonstop
$320Lufthansa
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Sun, Jun 15 - Sun, Jun 22
Aeromexico Logo
6:01 am - 12:42 pmPVR-SFO
7h 41m1 stop
Aeromexico Logo
6:00 am - 3:25 pmSFO-PVR
8h 25m1 stop
$336Aeromexico
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Sun, Jun 15 - Sun, Jun 22
American Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 8:36 amPVR-SFO
15h 06m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:30 pmSFO-PVR
10h 15m1 stop
$344American Airlines
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Sun, Jun 15 - Sun, Jun 22
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:01 pm - 6:36 pmPVR-SFO
3h 35mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:08 amSFO-PVR
28h 08m1 stop
$428Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Jul 17 - Thu, Jul 17
Aeromexico Logo
6:02 am - 1:19 pmPVR-SFO
8h 17m1 stop
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8:50 pm - 12:19 pmSFO-PVR
14h 29m2 stops
$569Aeromexico
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Expert advice for your flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers up to six inches more legroom than standard economy seats.


United offers Priority Boarding to avoid overhead bin space issues, placing you in Zone 2.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines offers a 20-minute baggage guarantee for quick luggage retrieval.


Alaska Airlines' Premium Class offers priority boarding and complimentary drinks on flights over 350 miles.

Airports
PVR

Arrive at least two hours early at PVR due to potential crowds, especially during peak travel times. Security lines can be unpredictable.

Read more about PVRby Mark Chesnut
SFO

For a smooth arrival at SFO, consider using BART for quick access to the city. It's cost-effective and avoids traffic.

Read more about SFOby Blane Bachelor
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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PVR

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

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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KAYAK's insights & trends for Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Thursday is the most expensive. Flying from San Francisco back to Puerto Vallarta, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Thursday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco is December, where tickets cost $272 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $591 and $481 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$181
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 36% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 38% lower on average.
Flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco

When to book flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco

  • What is the cheapest flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco was $181 for a one-way ticket and $283 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Puerto Vallarta and San Francisco?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    Puerto Vallarta and San Francisco are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Puerto Vallarta from Puerto Vallarta Ordaz and will be arriving at San Francisco.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    Alaska Airlines, Aeromexico, Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 737 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Puerto Vallarta and San Francisco, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    There are nonstop flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco, Alaska Airlines or Aeromexico?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco are Alaska Airlines and Aeromexico. With an average price for the route of $481 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Aeromexico is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $401 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Puerto Vallarta is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Puerto Vallarta with another airline. Booking your flights between Puerto Vallarta and SFO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Puerto Vallarta up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $222 or less one-way and $254 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco?

Find which airlines fly direct from Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz to San Francisco

Monday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +4 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +4 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +4 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +4 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Friday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +4 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +4 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +4 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Monday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Friday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +3 more

Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, +4 more

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Top 3 airlines serving from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Puerto Vallarta to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 10000 reviews
7.1Food
8.5Crew
7.1Entertainment
7.9Comfort
8.2Boarding
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Laney was very helpful. I am computer illiterate. She helped me obtain a boarding pass and preferred seat. She was warm, friendly, helpful, and smiled. I was impressed.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, May 2025PDX - SFO
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Laney was very helpful. I am computer illiterate. She helped me obtain a boarding pass and preferred seat. She was warm, friendly, helpful, and smiled. I was impressed.

Flight was delayed. Crew was not helpful in the plane.

Flight attendant took my carefully folded coat and flung it across the aisle to the bin across the way. Where one of the passengers rescued it for me, because that just wasn’t right!!

the flight was delayed twice and then delayed from taking off.

This was my first trip in years with Alaska. I don’t think I’ll do it again. The planes are old and tired looking. The seats are small with zero legroom. The JFK terminal is one of the worst I’ve been in. On this flight the pilot had to abort the landing and circle the Bay before trying again. I think I’ll stick with the usual suspects …

Changed flight from San Fran to Seattle Then with a Delayed takeoff barely made my connection Waited over an hour for luggage 😜

Alaska no longer allows customers to print boarding passes at the airport. They only use mobile phones for boarding passes. Try getting on an Alaska plane with a dead phone and no boarding pass! Great customer service Alaska!

Flight was delayed twice, I was forced to check my bag, and the only offered water or apple juice on the flight

Appreciate efficiency and early arrivals. Missed video on such a long flight (DCA to SFO).

If you change a gate number while customer is at the airport, you should let your customer know. You also assigned my seat to someone else, and again, never notified me about that. Your flight attendant seemed annoyed at having to find me another seat. No apologies for AA doing any changes.

Annoying that we had to go to departures and get boarding passes. Should allow us to be booked all the way through, this is the only airline i have this problem with in MEX. Late boarding and take off

the guy in front of me put his seat back immediately...and then left it back including thru landing and taxiing to the runway. attendants did not check/ask him to put it up for landing.

The airplane was an old airplane, seats were very uncomfortable and very little space, they changed my seat and that was no option to get back into my seat even when I was traveling a senior who required assistance.

This is not a low cost airline. Stop acting like o e.

Aeromexico crew made me check my hand luggage in the door of the plane. As soon as I reach Mexico City, I notice that my luggage was opened and 8 games of Nintendo Switch were stolen (700 dllrs value aprox) (the console was there) but the games were stolen. I am very dissapointed of Aeromexico and all the crew. Instead of being a good trip, It was a sad trip

Ok. But we arrived to a remote terminal which meant that a bus had to take us to the terminal building

Old aircraft the audio of the entertainment dosent work Dirty seats

Terrible. The flight arrives 2 hr later, no AC. One of the worst flights ever

Boarding - It is unclear where the line for the group are given the signs. A solution would be a diagonal arrow pointing to the lane in which the lane for boarding of a given zone should form. As it is now, you are guessing which side of the pole the "zone 3" sign is telling you to form the line. Inflight Entertainment - The Spanish subtitles function didn't work for movie watching (in fact, all subtitles didn't work), so was difficult to follow along and I watched the movie in silence without words.

An hour-long wait to check in, 90 minutes for luggage to come out, lost luggage, chaotic operations

Its good expeince but in enternteiment please be like you tube the music i like or movie

I needed to make changes to my flights. When I called customer service, they assisted me with care professionalism.

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

Generally good. The aisles have gotten narrower which can slow down boarding. Flight crew was great! Healthier complimentary snacks would be appreciated. Due to earthquake in San Francisco we had to circle in air space for a bit but then had a smooth landing. I laud the flight crew for their patience ;)

headphone jack didnt work for the first flight and not much variety

The agents was very rude and they charged me $50 for a carry-on bag saying that it was too big and then I saw someone going on a plane with the same size bag as me

For the most part united was a good experience, how ever when they came by with the snacks and water, they completely passed by my wife and I. As we were in separate rows. On a 5 hr flight we were not offered water

Fantastic crew. Flight was delayed at last minute but we were given updates every 20 minutes and the crew was so friendly and considerate. I miss the touch screens on the back of the seats, wish they would bring that back though.

Beijing PEK to SFO. I had an economy seat on this flight. The seat comfort was acceptable. My main complaint is with the FA’s lack of personality and absence from servicing the plane, specifically restroom care (I wish I could share a pic of the restroom that I captured) and care of travelers—drink cart/availability of drinks. I'm amazed at the level of service on other International travel where a passenger is most often appreciated.

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