Puerto Vallarta, Mexico: trips from $412
Puerto Vallarta mixes a genuine Mexican old town of cobblestones and taco stands with jungle mountains that fall straight into Banderas Bay, giving it more character than most beach resorts.
Trips to Puerto Vallarta from every city
Cheapest first, per person, round trip, taxes and fees included.
$472 $412 per person, round trip, taxes and fees included You save $60 (13%)
the highest fare we saw for these dates
Lowest fares to Puerto Vallarta by city, last 30 days
| From | Lowest, 30 days | Checks |
|---|---|---|
| Sacramento | $412 | 3 |
| Los Angeles | $481 | 1 |
| Phoenix | $506 | 1 |
| Salt Lake City | $507 | 1 |
When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | best |
| February | best |
| March | best |
| April | best |
| May | best |
| June | fine |
| July | fine |
| August | avoid |
| September | avoid |
| October | fine |
| November | best |
| December | best |
- December, January, February, March: Humpback whale season in Banderas Bay.
- June, July, August, September, October: Green season: lush hills, warm sea and afternoon downpours, with the lowest prices.
August, September: Height of the rainy season and the Pacific hurricane season, with heavy afternoon storms and high humidity.
Where to stay in Puerto Vallarta
- Zona Romántica (Old Town): Cobbled streets, boutique hotels, the most celebrated restaurants and an LGBTQ+ friendly bar scene by Playa Los Muertos.
- Centro and the Malecón: The seafront promenade with sculptures and street performers, and the cathedral behind it.
- Zona Hotelera: Mid-size resorts along the beach between downtown and the airport.
- Marina Vallarta: Golf course, yacht marina and family resorts near the airport.
- Nuevo Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit: Large all-inclusives and Punta Mita's luxury resorts across the state line north of the airport.
What to do in Puerto Vallarta
- Sunset walk on the Malecón past the bronze sculptures
- Water-taxi from Boca de Tomatlán to the car-free village of Yelapa
- Snorkel the Los Arcos marine park
- Boat to the Marietas Islands and their hidden beach
- Whale watching in Banderas Bay from December to March
- Street-taco crawl through the Zona Romántica
Good to know
| Airports | Puerto Vallarta International (PVR) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | yes |
| Price level | mid-range |
| Time zone | America/Mexico_City |
| Kind of trip | beach, food, culture, nightlife, romantic |
Puerto Vallarta in pictures
Questions about Puerto Vallarta
When is the best time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
November, December, January, February, March, April and May. August, September: Height of the rainy season and the Pacific hurricane season, with heavy afternoon storms and high humidity.
Do US citizens need a passport for Puerto Vallarta?
Yes. Puerto Vallarta is in Mexico; bring a valid passport.
What is the cheapest flight to Puerto Vallarta right now?
Puerto Vallarta from Sacramento, Nov 13–17, 2026, from $412 per person round trip, is the cheapest trip we have published; the full list is on this page.
How expensive is Puerto Vallarta on the ground?
Puerto Vallarta is mid-range by US standards: plan about $90 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.