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      Flight deals from Puerto Vallarta to San Diego

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Puerto Vallarta Airport to San Diego? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $584. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      San Diego.$497 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Puerto Vallarta on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $497, select.
      San Diego.$497 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Wed, 24 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Puerto Vallarta on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $497, select.
      San Diego.$497 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Puerto Vallarta on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $497, select.
      San Diego.$559 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Puerto Vallarta on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $559, select.
      San Diego.$584 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Puerto Vallarta on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $584, select.
      San Diego.$641 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Puerto Vallarta on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $641, select.
      San Diego.$979 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan, returning Fri, 8 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Puerto Vallarta on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $979, select.
      San Diego.$1,177 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec, returning Thu, 17 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Puerto Vallarta on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,177, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Puerto Vallarta to San Diego

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Puerto Vallarta to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in November.
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      Oct
      from $584
      Nov
      from $497
      Dec
      from $1,177
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      Direct flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Diego

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      Alternative Puerto Vallarta to San Diego routes

      Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Puerto Vallarta to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

      San Diego International

      4km from central San Diego
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      McClellan-Palomar

      48km from central San Diego
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      Puerto Vallarta to San Diego: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$497
      Cheapest month to flyNovember
      Average flight time3 hrs
      Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
      Average flights per week39

      Finding cheap flights from Puerto Vallarta to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

      There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
      The best price we found for a return flight from Puerto Vallarta to San Diego is $497. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      3 hours is the average flight time from Puerto Vallarta to San Diego.
      Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Puerto Vallarta to San Diego.
      As of September 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from Puerto Vallarta to San Diego.
      The cheapest month to fly from Puerto Vallarta to San Diego is usually November.
      If you're flying from Puerto Vallarta Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from $497.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Puerto Vallarta Airport to San Diego on Thursday, 12 November 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      In September, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. September is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is March, with temperatures averaging 12°C. The rainiest month is March.
      Currently, Delta and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

      Flying from Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) to San Diego: what you need to know

      • Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to San Diego.

      • Puerto Vallarta International Airport is located in Puerto Vallarta. Based in the UTC-8 timezone, San Diego is two hours behind Puerto Vallarta.

      • Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the most popular route. When searching for your flight, you can pick from four services a week between PVR and SAN.

      • Give yourself enough time to catch your PVR to San Diego flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • You can expect longer lines during popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

      • Begin your trip at PVR and travel straight to San Diego International Airport (SAN). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Puerto Vallarta International Airport to San Diego tickets.

      • Look out for deals with Alaska Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to San Diego.

      • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from PVR to San Diego, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

        • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

        • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

        • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)

      • Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Puerto Vallarta, PVR can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.

      • Booked an early flight from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to San Diego? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near PVR:

      • When it comes to the on-time performance of Puerto Vallarta International Airport, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) to San Diego

      • $292 is currently the best price for a one-way Puerto Vallarta International Airport to San Diego flight. Return plane tickets start at $497. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

      • Book two months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from PVR to San Diego.

      • Organise your trip for July. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Puerto Vallarta International Airport to San Diego tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

      • You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from PVR to San Diego.

      • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to San Diego.

      Airports in San Diego

      San Diego International Airport (SAN)

      • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.

      • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 25 minutes.

      • Look into staying at a hotel near SAN if you're coming in on a late flight from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to San Diego. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:

      • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from San Diego International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from PVR to San Diego.

      • The street address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

      McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

      • Central San Diego is roughly 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Disembark your flight from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to San Diego and then keep an eye out for any airport signs that'll help you reach the city centre.

      • You'll find some great places to rest your head close to CLD. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your PVR to San Diego flight at one of these well-located options:

      • Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from CLD once your travel dates are set.

      Best time to go to San Diego

      • December is the quietest month for flights from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to San Diego, while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to San Diego based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

      • When booking your Puerto Vallarta International Airport to San Diego plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

      • February sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PVR to San Diego around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

      More about San Diego

      • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Diego right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to San Diego:

      • Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. San Diego Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are must-do's during your San Diego adventure.

      Explore more of the United States

      • You've seen San Diego, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 177 kilometres northwest to Los Angeles to check off its leading sights. From Hollywood Sign to Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl, there's plenty to keep you busy.

      • If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, consider Phoenix, about 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are key reasons to visit.

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