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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta (SMF-PVR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta 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 Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta

Thu, Aug 14 - Fri, Aug 22
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1:08 am - 9:32 amSMF-PVR
7h 24m1 stop
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11:55 am - 10:30 pmPVR-SMF
11h 35m1 stop
$294Volaris
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Fri, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 19
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10:55 pm - 9:36 amSMF-PVR
9h 41m1 stop
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11:55 am - 10:30 pmPVR-SMF
11h 35m1 stop
$299Volaris
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Sat, Jul 26 - Wed, Jul 30
American Airlines Logo
11:55 pm - 3:45 pmSMF-PVR
14h 50m1 stop
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1:35 pm - 6:34 pmPVR-SMF
5h 59m1 stop
$308American Airlines
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Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 5
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 5:29 pmSMF-PVR
8h 29m2 stops
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3:41 pm - 6:58 pmPVR-SMF
29h 17m1 stop
$322Alaska Airlines
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Sun, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 1
American Airlines Logo
4:29 pm - 12:22 pmSMF-PVR
18h 53m2 stops
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1:25 pm - 12:12 pmPVR-SMF
23h 47m1 stop
$325American Airlines
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Sun, Aug 10 - Thu, Aug 14
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 2:35 pmSMF-PVR
8h 05m1 stop
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4:30 pm - 11:20 pmPVR-SMF
7h 50m1 stop
$329Delta
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Sun, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 1
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 3:20 pmSMF-PVR
8h 20m1 stop
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4:30 pm - 11:16 pmPVR-SMF
7h 46m1 stop
$334Delta
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Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 3:36 pmSMF-PVR
8h 16m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:46 pm - 9:54 pmPVR-SMF
30h 08m1 stop
$339Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Jul 16 - Mon, Jul 21
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 3:55 pmSMF-PVR
7h 55m1 stop
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1:25 pm - 10:35 pmPVR-SMF
10h 10m1 stop
$348Southwest
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Tue, Jul 29 - Mon, Aug 4
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 2:00 pmSMF-PVR
6h 25m1 stop
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2:55 pm - 11:00 pmPVR-SMF
9h 05m1 stop
$349Southwest
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Expert advice for your flight from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta

 
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For a smooth departure, SMF's TSA stations handle passenger flow efficiently, minimizing wait times compared to larger airports like SFO.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta flights

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

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Planning a trip from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

How much is a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta?

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Puerto Vallarta on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta, 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 Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta is August, where tickets cost $386 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $534 and $524 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta, 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 Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
High seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$97
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta

When to book flights from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento 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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FAQs for booking flights from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta

  • Are there pet relief areas at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)?

    There are four pet relief stations at Sacramento Airport (SMF) located inside and outside Terminals A and B. The outdoor animal relief stations are close to drop-off and pick-up points. They are grassy and equipped with waste bags. Post-security pet relief stations have artificial turf and waste bags.

  • What’s the best way to get to Sacramento Airport (SMF) from downtown Sacramento?

    The SacRT Route 142 direct bus is the most viable option to get to Sacramento Airport (SMF) from downtown Sacramento. You can also take the Yolobus. Car rentals, taxis, and ridesharing services are other options available. They are slightly expensive and come with downsides like baggage limitations.

  • What accessibility services does Sacramento Airport (SMF) offer?

    Sacramento Airport (SMF) is ADA-friendly, and people with various needs can access several services. Braille signs, visual paging, and TDD phones are available. Wheelchair assistance is also available for free from multiple airlines. The facility has elevators, accessible parking, accessible restrooms, and you will also get luggage assistance.

  • What lounges are available at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)?

    If you want to get some rest after your flight, there are multiple lounge options to visit at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR), including VIP Lounge (National), VIP Lounge (International), and VIP Lounge (Puerto Vallarta Arrivals). They are accessible to everyone, including economy class travelers, and you can purchase a day pass.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta was $97 for a one-way ticket and $294 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Sacramento and on arrival in Puerto Vallarta.

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

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

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

    The Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta flight route.

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

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta on on Saturday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $528 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $408 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Puerto Vallarta from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta?

    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 Puerto Vallarta with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and PVR 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 Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta?

    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 Puerto Vallarta from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $405 or less round-trip.
  • Need a place to relax as you wait to board a flight at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)? The Escape Lounge at Terminal B, past the security checkpoint, is the perfect option. The lounge offers upgraded Wi-Fi, refreshments, high-quality food, and a calm environment that will keep you off the crowds and noise of the public terminal. There is a service team that is always ready to assist you whenever you need help at the lounge.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi is available at the airport by connecting to the "FlySacramento" network. This allows you to easily surf the internet and finalize any pending tasks before boarding your flight. The complimentary Wi-Fi is unlimited. Sacramento International Airport (SMF) also offers internet kiosks in various terminals.
  • Long-term parking is available at Sacramento Airport (SMF) with access to two options: the Economy Lot ($10/day) and The Daily Lot ($12/day). You can also access long-term off-site parking options that are very affordable ($5/day) and offer a shuttle for convenience. These options make a lot of sense if you're going on a long trip.
  • You have access to 10 cafes and restaurants once you land at Puerto Vallarta Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) and want to grab a bite or drink. Most of them operate with varying schedules. The best options include Subway, Tacos Chabelita, Coffee Coffee, Wings, Starbucks Coffee, and Carl´s Jr. Currently. There are no 24h dining options at the airport.
  • Getting to downtown Puerto Vallarta from Puerto Vallarta Airport is more affordable with the local bus. The options, though slightly costly, include taxis, car rentals, ridesharing services, and shuttles. There are no baggage limitations when you use the bus, which is the case in the other options.

Prefer to fly direct from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Sacramento Intl to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz.
Find which airlines fly direct from Sacramento Intl Airport to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sacramento Intl to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

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Direct returns

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz to Sacramento Intl

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta

 
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 10000 reviews
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.1Entertainment
7.1Food
7.8Comfort
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fine. only problem,,,, for some,,,,was that many people started trying to exit from the back of the plane,, . lots of irate people. there should be a flight attendant mid plane..to be sure that doesn't happen. The crew up front had no idea what was happening. One big guy started it..then a bunch of others followed his lead. could have gotten ugly... One man stepped in and questioned those rule breakers.. nothing bad happened,,,but......

8.0 ExcellentLiz, Jul 2025SFO - SEA
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fine. only problem,,,, for some,,,,was that many people started trying to exit from the back of the plane,, . lots of irate people. there should be a flight attendant mid plane..to be sure that doesn't happen. The crew up front had no idea what was happening. One big guy started it..then a bunch of others followed his lead. could have gotten ugly... One man stepped in and questioned those rule breakers.. nothing bad happened,,,but......

The setting on the loudspeaker was painful and the crew member who did the talking spoke very quickly and repetitively, with extra little jokes that were distracting and mostly unfunny. I doubt that the main messages penetrated the noise.

I like the new adjustable headrest. Unfortunately 2 crying children were in front of us. But it was the first time and not holding Alaska accountable for that. Alaska always seems to have everything in order professional but comfortable.

Eddie, our flight attendant in the back was excellent. He was very kind and concerned for our happiness and comfort before and during our flight. He made the experience great. We had to deplane due to a ground delay and he made sure we had snacks and water to keep us comfortable while we waited. Overall, it was a great experience!

Flight was delayed which caused us to have to change our connecting flight. Grilled cheese sandwich was served very hot.

Big delay of over 7 hours on next leg of trip with Alaska. Would have been nice to have food or something

We were late so that was what was worst part

Very bad, terrible food and late by 2 hours. Then no to open aircraft doors

The Alaska app and website were not fully operational. I had to spend about 15 minutes at the counter doing things that should have been completed online. The agent was very nice and helpful, however.

Flying on Hawaiian Airlines was good. But, getting a boarding pass was a hassle. I booked what I thought was an Alaska Airlines flight that was actually a Hawaiian Airlines flight. I couldn't check in online. I had to wait for the Hawaiian Airlines counter to open so I could get my boarding pass which was a requirement for me to get in The Club or the Centurion Lounge. (I had no check in luggage so I didn't expect to have to physically check in.) The Alaska Airlines staff blamed the FAA for the problem.

Delayed flight. Nicest crew member was a SW pilot flying seated next to me who kindly move to seat the final passenger. Flight extra delayed. My cup of refreshment of ginger ale was so packed with ice it was literally 2 sips.

No trays in our seats, we sat in first row, purchased a business class fare. Had to hold our drinks and snack in our hands. No plugs for our cell phones. Had to pay for it a drink cocktail each. Seats so uncomfortable.

Flight wasn’t even full, but too many carry-ons caused us to run out of bin space. New bag fee has folks who would usually check their bags carrying on. Watching Southwest morph into Spirit/Frontier is so sad to watch

Southwest is Southwest. No frills. If you're luck enough to get a happy crew (we did), then it makes for a nicer flight.

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

I liked the crew member who gave flight instructions on "in case of a problem:. The seats are so small that only a young teenager could sit in middle seat.

Great flight staff. Ease of boarding. Overall, very uneventful and easy trip.

Employees were kind and funny, as always! Flight was late but no announcements were made for people with tight connections to help them transition quickly. No service due to turbulence.

I recently flew Southwest from San Jose to Honolulu. I was very impressed with the flight crew, especially the flight attendant in charge of the front of the plane. She came through the aisle at least five times for drinks and water, and two times for snacks. I have not seen such service since I flew first class. Also, for the first time, they gave us the correct baggage claim number, and the luggage came out quickly. I can't wait for Southwest to have assigned seating! I absolutely hate the Cattle Call boarding procedure and the mad dash to get seats and overhead bins. However, the boarding was efficient.

Crew was excellent. Comfort seats not as nice as other kinds of planes.

It was a great flight and the stewards and stewardess were all kind and accommodating!! The seats were comfortable and entertainment screen excellent!

There are 4 flights in consecutive gates with about the same departure time. Two flights were boarding at the same time. One was delayed or boarding would be happening at the same time. I am not sure what Delta and LAX need to do to have a better layout at the end of Terminal 2

There was a security issue at the airport and we were unable to land. We circled endlessly and then landed at another airfield for fuel. We then circled the airport again, almost landed but didn’t fully touch down before circling again. I am thankful to the crew for keeping us safe- the issue was the airline and staff at the airport getting us seats on our connecting flights. That part was hours of searching for someone and getting in double my steps.

Most aspects were good however if they assign boarding zones they ought to enforce them or why bother? My luggage from SAN-JFK-MAD was lost in NY so I without my main bag for two days upon arrival in Spain. They were helpful in tracking it and eventually delivered it to my hotel. The flub was because of a delay upon arrival in NYC. I had booked 2 1/2 hours between flights but we had to hold on the taxiway for an hour after landing while waiting for a clear gate which likely caused the baggage error.

Excellent flight, the planes were newer, they did a nice job with boarding, great service overall.

It would be nice if was given wires ear buds. Overall was a good experience was able to sleep on the plane

737-800 in first class was pretty dumpy. Seat had an uncomfortable angle, storage under the seat was blocked so even my very modest backpack didn't fit, power outlet was flaky. Weird tiny seat pockets that couldn't hold a gallon ziploc bag, emesis bag missing, etc. etc. No in-flight service due to turbulence. Crew was excellent, boarding was smooth despite a full flight.

Delta flight was on time, seats were comfortable, and crew was nice.

Bathrooms dirty sinks clogged. No one seemed to clean them. Plane very old

Almost a 6 hour flight and the only food option is a cheese plate… and chips. Also how is it there are no options for texting on American. I’ll be going back to delta and united.

Bad food, small seats that didn’t recline. I thought I was buying a quantas ticket so I feel like I got scammed

The chair cushions may need an upgrade. I have been noticing they are so worn out, thin so you’d sit in a dip 😄. Other than that, all was an enjoyable trip. Thanks AA!

Cramped seats. FAA should make airlines have more legroom, for even short people complain

Flight was full, and would have preferred an aisle seat, but due to getting a late ticket ,the seat I had was adequate. The flight crew were very help full and hard working. Food and drink were excellent for the 11hr flight. Overall I was pleased with flight, and would recommend British Airways again.

Eventless. It was a good flight and good crew. Can’t complaint.

Very helpful ground crew after an earlier flight delay and being rebooked on a different flight.

British Airways staff are very polite and willing to help.

The plane was late and then sat on the runway for almost 45 minutes before taking off.

We kept being told that the flight was full and that all overhead compartments were full and therefore had to check in our hand luggage. We were some of the last people to board and noticed that there was still sufficient space in the overhead compartments. We were obliged to check in hand luggage when there was space and so had to wait at luggage retrieval which took a while to then noticed damage to our luggage - not a great experience!

Confusion over extra fees. Held up on ramp during boarding. Thin seat cushion. Minimal leg room.

The check-in is either at a kiosk that didn’t allow me to check-in because my middle name was not on the reservation or at an agent that cost $15.

Liked on time, rear entry and exit from plane Dislike the use of duct tape to repair seat rests

Terrible. And they charged over $400 just for luggage. And threatened that I would loose my flight if I didn’t pay. So I didn’t have another choice but to pay.

They don’t give anything for free you have to pay for everything which it’s expected but at least give out water and a snack as a courtesy for flying with them.

The worst. Kayak sent notification at 2am and 10am regarding the delay. Then sends a notification an hour before original depart time that it will depart on time. I had to wait 8 hours at the airport. My family had to pay for lodging in Guadalajara where I was landing for pick up.

The flight was delayed an hour and a half, and they would not update the board on when the flight was supposed to take off. Once the plane arrived, they started the boarding process before the plane was even ready for the passengers so we had to wait another 45 minutes on the tarmac while we waited for the plane to be ready for us. In my opinion, there is no point in starting the boarding process when you are not ready to board the plane. This just causes a crowded gate with everyone from zone one and zone two standing up going nowhere.

They were only able to give me a seat and not my travel companion, she had to fly on a different airline. unacceptable

My experience was good. But it seems that every time I go on Volaris the plane is always full, not sure if because the price is cheaper. And the flight attendants kept hitting my shoulder every time they walked by the aisle with their food cart. I’m 6’4” so I barely fit in the seat next to the aisle. Plus the seat was defective. I had a hard time raising the lever where I rest my left arm. I tried calling the flight attendant 3 times if she could assist me but she was too busy talking in the back with her fellow flight attendants. Finally after 20 mins she looked my way and she too struggled to fix the problem but she finally raised it so I could get out of my seat.

Stood inside the plane for more than an hour before take off

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