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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Puerto Vallarta.$257 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 26, returning Thu, Oct 2.Round-trip flight with Volaris and Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Aug 26, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Inbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from Puerto Vallarta on Thu, Oct 2, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $257, select.

Puerto Vallarta.$260 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 17, returning Sun, Nov 23.Round-trip flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Los Angeles International on Mon, Nov 17, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Puerto Vallarta on Sun, Nov 23, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $260, select.

Puerto Vallarta.$262 per passenger.Departing Sun, Oct 5, returning Fri, Oct 10.Round-trip flight with Volaris and Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departing from Los Angeles International on Sun, Oct 5, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Puerto Vallarta on Fri, Oct 10, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $262, select.

Puerto Vallarta.$266 per passenger.Departing Sun, Sep 7, returning Sat, Sep 13.Round-trip flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Los Angeles International on Sun, Sep 7, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Puerto Vallarta on Sat, Sep 13, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $266, select.

Puerto Vallarta.$266 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 26, returning Tue, Sep 9.Round-trip flight with Volaris and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Aug 26, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Puerto Vallarta on Tue, Sep 9, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $266, select.

Puerto Vallarta.$268 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 20, returning Fri, Nov 7.Round-trip flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Los Angeles International on Mon, Oct 20, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Puerto Vallarta on Fri, Nov 7, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.

Puerto Vallarta.$268 per passenger.Departing Fri, Feb 20, returning Wed, Mar 4.Round-trip flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Los Angeles International on Fri, Feb 20, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Puerto Vallarta on Wed, Mar 4, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.

Puerto Vallarta.$269 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jan 27, returning Sat, Feb 14.Round-trip flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Jan 27, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Puerto Vallarta on Sat, Feb 14, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $269, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta

Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Puerto Vallarta.

Los Angeles to Puerto Vallarta: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$257
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	3 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airline	Hawaiian Airlines
Average flights per week	100

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta is $257. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta?

3 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta.

Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta?

Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta.

How many flights are there a week from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta?

There are 100 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta, as of August 2025.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta?

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Puerto Vallarta is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 4 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Puerto Vallarta?

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 Puerto Vallarta 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Puerto Vallarta?

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

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Los Angeles International Airport to Puerto Vallarta?

Currently, Volaris and Hawaiian Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Puerto Vallarta.

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): what you need to know

Around 3 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport.
Puerto Vallarta is one hour ahead of Los Angeles and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
You can take your pick of 56 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your LAX to PVR flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
A good range of airlines operate direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Fly nonstop to Puerto Vallarta with one of these carriers and discover this incredible part of Mexico:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is American Airlines.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier that operates LAX to PVR flights. An impressive 93.44% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LAX and PVR:
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
- Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport
- Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

$93 is the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. Return flights start at $257. These prices may change depending on availability.
To get cheap tickets from LAX to PVR, book your trip ten months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LAX to PVR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

LAX's address is One World Way.
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of LAX.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometers from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to LAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

Reserve a hotel near PVR if you're on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport rental car and discover Puerto Vallarta and beyond with your own set of wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta

From Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, Puerto Vallarta is approximately 10 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
It'll take around 55 minutes when traveling by public transport.

When to fly to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is May, while March is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Puerto Vallarta based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport for May if you'd like to go to Puerto Vallarta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LAX to PVR around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Mexico

Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Puerto Vallarta. Around 193 kilometers away to the east, top sights here include Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
Around 370 kilometers east of Puerto Vallarta, León de los Aldama is another favorite stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out ANP Cañada Arroyo Hondo, Espacio de autogestión La Marquesa and LA CASA DE LAS PERRITAS.