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Cheap Flight Deals 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.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta.
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10:59 pm - 8:25 amSMF-PVR
8h 26m1 stop
5:50 pm - 11:52 pmPVR-SMF
7h 02m1 stop
Mon, Mar 10 - Fri, Mar 14
10:59 pm - 8:25 amSMF-PVR
8h 26m1 stop
5:50 pm - 11:52 pmPVR-SMF
7h 02m1 stop
Wed, Mar 19 - Wed, Mar 26
9:19 pm - 8:05 amSMF-PVR
9h 46m1 stop
1:55 pm - 9:32 pmPVR-SMF
8h 37m1 stop
$306Volaris
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Tue, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 8
6:05 am - 11:09 pmSMF-PVR
16h 04m2 stops
6:01 am - 6:53 pmPVR-SMF
13h 52m2 stops
$355Delta
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Tue, Mar 25 - Fri, Apr 4
11:07 am - 11:42 pmSMF-PVR
11h 35m2 stops
3:41 pm - 11:49 pmPVR-SMF
9h 08m1 stop
$372Delta
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Fri, Apr 4 - Tue, Apr 8
10:55 am - 2:15 pmSMF-PVR
26h 20m2 stops
4:22 pm - 10:05 amPVR-SMF
18h 43m2 stops
$447United Airlines
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Wed, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 20
7:05 pm - 12:28 pmSMF-PVR
16h 23m1 stop
6:22 pm - 9:19 pmPVR-SMF
3h 57mnonstop
$489Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Apr 5 - Sat, Apr 12
4:00 pm - 2:15 pmSMF-PVR
21h 15m3 stops
2:45 pm - 10:05 amPVR-SMF
20h 20m2 stops
$500United Airlines
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Tue, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 19
7:05 pm - 12:28 pmSMF-PVR
16h 23m1 stop
2:37 pm - 10:57 pmPVR-SMF
9h 20m1 stop
$505Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Mar 22 - Wed, Mar 26
4:26 pm - 11:20 amSMF-PVR
16h 54m2 stops
3:50 pm - 12:29 amPVR-SMF
9h 39m1 stop
$519American Airlines
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Tue, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 10

Flights from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta - Travel Insights & Trends

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.

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 January, where tickets cost $435 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $578 and $540 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 19 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

August

High season

June

Cheapest flight

$117
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
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.
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 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 $117 for a one-way ticket and $301 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 airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta?

    Only Alaska Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Sacramento and Puerto Vallarta.

  • 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 $601 and an overall rating of 8.1, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $432 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.

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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 $176 or less one-way and $501 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.
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Prefer to fly direct from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta?

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

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz to Sacramento Intl

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

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Top 5 airlines serving from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta. 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.
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9692 reviews
8.2Boarding
7.1Food
7.1Entertainment
8.5Crew
7.9Comfort
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All good. Great food and entertainment when there isn’t any on a one hour flight

10.0 ExcellentSteven, Feb 2025STS - SAN
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All good. Great food and entertainment when there isn’t any on a one hour flight

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

The flight was delayed for an hour, while we sat in the plane.

The flight was delayed over two and a half hours thus causing me to miss my best friend’s funeral. All because the flight crew had to get more rest. That was the reason stated. I understand however very unfortunate. Glad everyone is well rested and resting in peace.

Flight was late to board, then overweight. I booked a non stop flight for a reason, ended up having to re-fuel in Texas, arrived three hours late.

Quick boarding, efficient and pleasant crew. Wish they worked the mic better in the terminal to be understood more clearly.

The groups call was not clear or loud enough so a bit of confusion there. The plan sat on the axis way for over 35 minutes ( no fault of the pilot or the crew) but nevertheless a bit tiring. The crew were friendly and greeted us with smiles. Thank you for all that you do and put up with.

Our flight experience started at the check in kiosk. Jennifer  Polete smf 498304 greeted us and assisted us with our tags and check in guidance. She was so pleasant, helpful and friendly. This was the start of my experience with American Airlines and it made such a wonderful impression. The staff on the airplane were also kind, courteous, and attentive. I would definitely fly American Airlines again

All good except both the outbound and return flights were delayed about 1 1/2 hrs.

Not great. My flight was canceled due to a mechanical problem and I could not get rebooked for the same day. I needed to get to my destination yesterday, not today. I was able to book with another airline but it was a layover and ultimately a 1 hour flight took me 12 hours. Normally I like Alaska much more than Southwest, but Southwest came through with a not terrible price for same day.

Boarding is, as it always is… horrible. Gate lice. Slow moving zones. Too many people with carry ons

It was terrible, if they ran flights on time it would make a big difference.

Delta seems to be improving in many areas, except they are super bad with the food available. Bring back normal food service on long flights.

I actually received a notification from kayak on email but not one by text from Delta when my departure gait changed and I almost missed my flight

New boarding doesn't make sense. Filling front first is slow.

Delta flight was great from the check in all the way to arrival. However, I had a very bad experience. I requested a wheelchair and the wheelchair employee that went to pick me up from the plane in Boston to bring me to the baggage claims told me I have to pay him. I was under the impression that it was a free service and I usually give tips but the person forced me to pay and since I said no because I was upset with his demand when my daughter walked in to pick me up he demanded payment from my daughter who paid him thinking maybe now it is a charged service.

Horrible. Grateful to be alive but spent 13 hours at airport only to return back to my familys house and flight changed to next day. They tried to fix a part on plane, had no back up plane and after 10 hours , reattempted the flight and it STILL wasn't fixed. We got a meal voucher and rescheduled flight but there should be some other compensation for the 15 hours spent in airport

My seat was changed at the last minute and I was moved to the last row, right next to the bathroom despite selecting my seat well in advance. I was also made to check my carry on due to space but when I got on the plane there was significant empty overhead space. Picking up my carry on from the luggage carousel added time to my trip which had already been extended due to delay.

There was plenty of overhead room but half of the passengers were told they had to check their carryon bags. My partner and I checked in as early as possible and our seats were split across the aisle.

Flew first class so everything was great. But maybe because the flights were red eye, no meals were served, just chips. I flew Alaska Air 1st class at 9PM (2 hour flight) and they served beef short rib sliders!

Plenty of room for me and the cat in Premium Economy. Seat was comfortable. Boarding was a breeze. The lady at the special check-in desk was great, super helpful and professional.

Smooth flight. As always dinner could have been more generous. Breakfast was great.

AWFUL. I have had the experience of traveling with many airlines across the world, and hands down United Airlines is the worst. Not one flight was on time, and I don’t think I met one crew member or staff member who wasn’t rude.

Old and out of date plane, it seem like every time I fly with united there’s and issue. We were delayed,

We took off an hour late due to arrival airport not having enough gates. That was followed by 1:30 wait to get our bags delivered for the entire flight.

For an 8.5 hour flight the service on board lacked a bit. Service start was slow, the food was worse than usual and they skipped the snack they were supposed to deliver before landing.

Wish movie and music choices changed more often. Mostly same from a month or two ago when I last flew.

It was good. Just that the seats could not be reclined. The people behind were not ready to let the chairs be reclined

Checkin was painful and slow! Lady didn’t seem to know what was going on and couldn’t explain the delay. Seemed ahe couldnt see the computer scree and we couldn’t hear her talk through her mask.

Plane left & arrived early- 5 Crew great. Wi fi - paid for 2, only 1 worked - so so. Waste of $. Coolie was good

Amazingly comfy flight - I had upgraded for a reasonable price and it was worth it. The food also was good.

Had to wait on pilot and crew to depart and had to wait to arrive at the gate because they only had 2 crews working. Delays, delays....Planes just keep getting smaller and tighter and they nickle and dime for everything. When will an airline actually wake up and make flying more enjoyable?

I paid for what I got which was cheap, I brought my own entertainment. I knew what to expect, so I could be prepared. If you’re flying economy, check in early like me. I have no problems with my flight, was on time, staff were friendly, and overall good experience.

DO NOT BOOK THROUGH AMERICAN AIRLINES IF YOU HAVE ANY ADDITIONAL NEEDS. Great flight, crew etc. it wasn’t full so had space to stretch out Only downside was there was no GF option for my partner. We booked through American and it was a Qantas flight so despite contacting both airlines to confirm, she didn’t have a gluten free meal for the 16 hour flight (nor the flight in the other direction). The flight attendants did their best to accommodate but it was not super substantial.

After several delays and being rebooked onto a layer flight, I had to speak to three AA agents for baggage claim to get an attendant. All were in foul mode and reluctant to assist or offer any assistance.

Multiple maintenance delays and the missed and rebooked connection changed gates at least 6 times including one which had us walking 20 minutes to another terminal and then back again. Seated our family of three in different middle seats throughout the plane and then there was an empty seat next to me. Very long travel day which I would have never agreed to if I knew the itinerary would be changed at 5 am, 2 hours before takeoff.

It was as expected for such a short flight. No complaints

It was nice being on a flight that had working wifi. The boarding was quick - why don’t all airlines have small boarding groups window to aisle? Makes so much sense!!! I was disappointed to be the first person stopped to have to gate check my carryon. Especially when there was plenty of overhead space at the back! But I get it…keeps it moving. Crew was nice.

The flight encountered a delay exceeding 4 hours. The food voucher issued was valued at $12, insufficient to cover our meal expenses. Consequently, I was unable to take my medication, leading to a drop in blood sugar levels and exacerbating my anxiety.

Crazy seating issues. We got seated far apart. Offered middle seats at a premium rate. Why is a middle seat now the expensive seat? Baffling.

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

The app doesn’t work. I am having a lot of trouble checking in for flight tomorrow. Very disconcerting. Then they es t to charge extra for checking in at the airport;(

When booking I was not made aware that my flight would be standby. I was told when checking my bags that I purchased standby tickets. Luckily there was enough room but an unpleasant experience to say the least.

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