What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Puerto Vallarta?

American Airlines operates the most flights from New Zealand to Puerto Vallarta at 0 per week, while Qantas Airways is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from New Zealand to Puerto Vallarta. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

How do I know if a flight to Puerto Vallarta is a good deal?

A good deal on a flight to Puerto Vallarta is around $2,436 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

Which airlines should I consider for flights to Puerto Vallarta?

Qantas Airways is the most popular airline for KAYAK users flying to Puerto Vallarta and has the best on-time record at the destination's main airport.

What is the cheapest flight to Puerto Vallarta?

Auckland to Puerto Vallarta is the cheapest route at $2,003 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Puerto Vallarta?

On average, a return flight from New Zealand to Puerto Vallarta costs $3,265, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Auckland average $2,249, while Nelson runs a bit higher at $3,289.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Puerto Vallarta?

Afternoon flights to Puerto Vallarta are the cheapest at $2,249 return on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $3,274.

What is a good deal for flights to Puerto Vallarta?

Flights under $2,436 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Puerto Vallarta at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from: •Auckland $1,871.

What are the most popular airlines flying to Puerto Vallarta?

Qantas Airways is the only airline flying to Puerto Vallarta on KAYAK.

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22h 57m1 stop Los Angeles

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08:00 - 19:47Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

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07:30 - 16:06Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

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15:50 - 18:16Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

21h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

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$2,856American Airlines

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15:50 - 16:19Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

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42h 08m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

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19:15 - 18:23Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

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13:15 - 12:26Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

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15:50 - 19:47Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

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Mon, 15 Feb - Sun, 21 Feb

08:00 - 19:47Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

30h 47m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles

13:17 - 13:35Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-Auckland Auckland Intl

29h 18m3 stops Portland Los Angeles Nadi

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Mon, 15 Feb - Sun, 21 Feb

07:30 - 16:06Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

27h 36m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

16:04 - 09:55Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-Auckland Auckland Intl

22h 51m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

$2,373American Airlines

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Sat, 26 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan

15:50 - 18:16Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

21h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

19:16 - 09:55Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-Auckland Auckland Intl

19h 39m1 stop Los Angeles

$2,856American Airlines

6 hours ago

Mon, 15 Feb - Sun, 21 Feb

19:05 - 11:58Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

35h 53m3 stops Melbourne Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

19:45 - 05:50Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-Auckland Auckland Intl

39h 05m3 stops Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles

$3,069Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 26 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan

15:50 - 16:19Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

19h 29m1 stop Los Angeles

19:16 - 09:55Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-Auckland Auckland Intl

19h 39m1 stop Los Angeles

$3,146American Airlines

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Sat, 26 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan

19:15 - 18:23Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

42h 08m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

13:36 - 00:25Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-Auckland Auckland Intl

39h 49m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Sat, 26 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan

19:15 - 18:23Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

42h 08m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

19:16 - 06:55Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-Auckland Auckland Intl

40h 39m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

$4,423Multiple Airlines

6 hours ago

Sat, 26 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan

13:15 - 12:26Auckland Auckland Intl-Puerto Vallarta Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

66h 11m3 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl Los Angeles

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Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Puerto Vallarta

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What is the cheapest flight to Puerto Vallarta?: Auckland to Puerto Vallarta is the cheapest route at $2,003 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.
How much is a flight to Puerto Vallarta? Average and cheapest price for all return flights to Puerto Vallarta from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 12 months.: On average, a return flight from New Zealand to Puerto Vallarta costs $3,265, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Auckland average $2,249, while Nelson runs a bit higher at $3,289.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Puerto Vallarta? Average price for all return flights depending on time of departure, seen by users on KAYAK in the last 12 months.: Afternoon flights to Puerto Vallarta are the cheapest at $2,249 return on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $3,274.
What is a good deal for flights to Puerto Vallarta?: Flights under $2,436 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Puerto Vallarta at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Auckland $1,871.

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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. The information is for flights to Puerto Vallarta based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

How do I know if a flight to Puerto Vallarta is a good deal?
A good deal on a flight to Puerto Vallarta is around $2,436 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.
What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Puerto Vallarta?
American Airlines operates the most flights from New Zealand to Puerto Vallarta at 0 per week, while Qantas Airways is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from New Zealand to Puerto Vallarta. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.
Which airlines should I consider for flights to Puerto Vallarta?
Qantas Airways is the most popular airline for KAYAK users flying to Puerto Vallarta and has the best on-time record at the destination's main airport.

For flights to Puerto Vallarta, a good return fare is around $2,436. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Puerto Vallarta in November. Return fares historically average $1,786, making November the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
Before you book:

• Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
• Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
• Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
• Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
Shift your departure to midday to save up to $1,025 on a return flight. Midday flights to Puerto Vallarta average $2,249 compared to $3,274 for morning flights.

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