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

Delta 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 $2,024 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 are the most popular airlines flying to Puerto Vallarta?

Qantas Airways is the most popular airline flying to Puerto Vallarta on KAYAK, followed by United Airlines.

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$2,220United Airlines

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26h 48m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

$2,650United Airlines

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06:00 - 15:20CHC Christchurch-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

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24h 58m1 stop San Francisco

$2,732United Airlines

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06:00 - 16:44CHC Christchurch-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

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$2,814United Airlines

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28h 20m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles

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24h 58m1 stop San Francisco

$2,993United Airlines

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06:00 - 16:44CHC Christchurch-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

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24h 58m1 stop San Francisco

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06:00 - 15:20CHC Christchurch-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

28h 20m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles

14:37 - 23:20PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-CHC Christchurch

37h 43m2 stops San Francisco Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,220United Airlines

Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

06:00 - 15:20CHC Christchurch-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

28h 20m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles

15:40 - 23:20PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-CHC Christchurch

36h 40m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,388United Airlines

Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

06:00 - 16:44CHC Christchurch-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

29h 44m2 stops Melbourne San Francisco

14:37 - 12:25PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-CHC Christchurch

26h 48m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

$2,449United Airlines

Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

06:00 - 14:00CHC Christchurch-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

27h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

14:28 - 23:59PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-CHC Christchurch

38h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,466American Airlines

Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

06:00 - 16:44CHC Christchurch-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

29h 44m2 stops Melbourne San Francisco

14:37 - 12:25PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-CHC Christchurch

26h 48m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl

$2,650United Airlines

Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

06:00 - 15:20CHC Christchurch-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

28h 20m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles

14:37 - 10:35PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-CHC Christchurch

24h 58m1 stop San Francisco

$2,732United Airlines

Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

06:00 - 16:44CHC Christchurch-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

29h 44m2 stops Melbourne San Francisco

14:37 - 10:35PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-CHC Christchurch

24h 58m1 stop San Francisco

$2,814United Airlines

Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

06:00 - 16:44CHC Christchurch-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

29h 44m2 stops Melbourne San Francisco

14:37 - 10:35PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-CHC Christchurch

24h 58m1 stop San Francisco

$2,923United Airlines

Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

06:00 - 15:20CHC Christchurch-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

28h 20m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles

14:37 - 10:35PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-CHC Christchurch

24h 58m1 stop San Francisco

$2,993United Airlines

Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

06:00 - 16:44CHC Christchurch-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

29h 44m2 stops Melbourne San Francisco

14:37 - 10:35PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-CHC Christchurch

24h 58m1 stop San Francisco

$3,094United Airlines

Booking Insights

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

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New Zealand to Puerto Vallarta with more confidence.

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How much is a flight to Puerto Vallarta?

A return flight to Puerto Vallarta costs $2,747 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Auckland average $2,210.

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

Afternoon flights to Puerto Vallarta are the cheapest at $2,209 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at $3,618.

What is a good deal for flights to Puerto Vallarta?

Flights under $2,024 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 $1,838.

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When to book flights to Puerto Vallarta

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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.

What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Puerto Vallarta?
Delta 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 $2,024 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.

For flights to Puerto Vallarta, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around $2,024 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Puerto Vallarta in May. Return fares historically average $1,839 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on 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 $1,409 per return. Midday flights to Puerto Vallarta average $2,209 compared to $3,618 for afternoon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.

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