Flying from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, which makes San Francisco one hour behind Puerto Vallarta.
Each week, there are 22 Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, jump on the 09:30 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 19:59 with Alaska Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PVR to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like March, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Travelling to San Francisco (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy with Alaska Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Alaska Airlines on this route.
United Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for PVR to SFO flights, with 81.42% of services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between PVR and SFO:
Los Angeles International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is 161 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 252 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PVR to SFO.
The cheapest month for flights from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, 74.82% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Puerto Vallarta to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to PVR:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Book a hotel near SFO if you have a late Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore San Francisco and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to go to San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PVR to SFO sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel around 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
