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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 715
Typical prices: C$ 648-C$ 965
Alaska Airlines
Fri 7/12Fri 14/12
PDX - PVR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 721
Typical prices: C$ 592-C$ 1,003
Alaska Airlines
Tue 30/1Tue 6/2
PDX - PVR • Direct
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You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines. Average duration is 4h 33m
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 10% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 632 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta (PDX-PVR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Puerto Vallarta

Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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2:41 p.m. - 2:20 p.m.PDX  Portland-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
21h 39m1 stop San Francisco
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4:57 p.m. - 7:49 p.m.PVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-PDX Portland
4h 52mdirect
C$ 715Alaska Airlines
Sun, 28 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
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6:18 a.m. - 11:06 p.m.PDX  Portland-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
14h 48m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez
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9:57 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.PVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-PDX Portland
11h 03m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
C$ 721Delta
Tue, 1 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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7:00 a.m. - 4:12 p.m.PDX  Portland-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
7h 12m1 stop San Diego
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6:30 p.m. - 4:22 p.m.PVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-PDX Portland
23h 52m1 stop San Francisco
C$ 722Alaska Airlines
Mon, 7 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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2:41 p.m. - 12:03 p.m.PDX  Portland-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
19h 22m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles
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6:30 p.m. - 9:27 a.m.PVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-PDX Portland
16h 57m1 stop San Francisco
C$ 723Alaska Airlines
Thu, 4 Mar - Wed, 10 Mar
Delta Logo
2:48 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.PDX  Portland-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
22h 02m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles
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6:08 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.PVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-PDX Portland
14h 52m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
C$ 726Delta
Wed, 23 Dec - Fri, 26 Feb
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5:45 a.m. - 4:20 p.m.PDX  Portland-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
8h 35m1 stop Salt Lake City
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6:08 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.PVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-PDX Portland
14h 52m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
C$ 728Delta
Thu, 4 Mar - Sat, 6 Mar
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8:30 a.m. - 6:45 p.m.PDX  Portland-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
8h 15m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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4:26 p.m. - 9:31 a.m.PVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-PDX Portland
19h 05m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
C$ 729Delta
Mon, 22 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:25 a.m. - 1:56 p.m.PDX  Portland-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
4h 31mdirect
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1:13 p.m. - 11:26 p.m.PVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-PDX Portland
12h 13m1 stop San Diego
C$ 730Alaska Airlines
Mon, 28 Dec - Thu, 25 Feb
Delta Logo
4:15 p.m. - 3:18 p.m.PDX  Portland-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
21h 03m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles
Delta Logo
9:57 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.PVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-PDX Portland
11h 03m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
C$ 733Delta
Fri, 4 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:30 p.m. - 12:03 p.m.PDX  Portland-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
15h 33m1 stop Los Angeles
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1:13 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.PVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-PDX Portland
12h 17m1 stop Los Angeles
C$ 735Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Portland to Puerto Vallarta flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Portland to Puerto Vallarta?

Round-trip flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta typically range from C$ 648 to C$ 965. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 715, on Alaska Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Puerto Vallarta?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Puerto Vallarta. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Puerto Vallarta?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Puerto Vallarta at C$ 712 round-trip.
•November (C$ 998) and October (C$ 912) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta the cheapest?

Flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Portland to Puerto Vallarta

 
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Our travel experts
Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on PDX

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PVR

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

Key details for Portland to Puerto Vallarta flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

C$ 310
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 65% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta

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Your Portland to Puerto Vallarta flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Portland to Puerto Vallarta:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 11:33 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:30 am and lands at 3:03 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 33m.

  • How long does a flight from Portland to Puerto Vallarta take?

    A direct flight from Portland to Puerto Vallarta takes 4h 33m, covering 5,131 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Portland to Puerto Vallarta?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Portland to Puerto Vallarta flight?

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta range from C$ 648 to C$ 965, with an average of C$ 793 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 648 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Portland to Puerto Vallarta flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the C$ 793 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Portland to Puerto Vallarta?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 632 round-trip via San Francisco (SFO), compared to C$ 761 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Portland to Puerto Vallarta spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Portland to Puerto Vallarta flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Portland to Puerto Vallarta changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 715 to C$ 4,494. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Portland to Puerto Vallarta flights?

    Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Portland to Puerto Vallarta route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Portland to Puerto Vallarta looking right now?

    One-way fares from Portland to Puerto Vallarta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 331, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport (PVR)?

    Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport (PVR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • America Car Rental
    • MEXRENTACAR
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Portland to Puerto Vallarta?

    Flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta pass through?

    One-stop flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 739 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 856, a difference of C$ 117.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Portland to Puerto Vallarta?

    Only Alaska Airlines operates flights between Portland and Puerto Vallarta.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Portland to Puerto Vallarta?

    Flying via San Diego (SAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 54m, compared with 7h 24m via San Jose (SJC) and 7h 32m via Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What is the time difference between Portland and Puerto Vallarta?

    Puerto Vallarta is 2 hours ahead of Portland (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Puerto Vallarta?

    Some of the most popular sights in Puerto Vallarta are Malecon, Camarones Beach, and Galeria Olinala. These are among the most viewed places in Puerto Vallarta on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Portland to Puerto Vallarta flights?

    Among airlines operating Portland to Puerto Vallarta flights:

    • Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Portland to Puerto Vallarta flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Alaska Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Business Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Does PVR have waiting areas where I can chill before my flight?

    You might have some time for yourself while at PVR and decide to look for a place around the airport to relax. There are many lounges at the airport where you can check in, regardless of the category you are flying into. Have a look at the VIP Lounge (National) which is located at the National Departures at Airside in Terminal 1. There is also the VIP Lounge Puerto Vallarta International which can be found at the Upper Level of the Arrivals area and the VIP Lounge Puerto Vallarta Arrivals lounge found on the 1st Level at Landside.

  • Where are the travel agencies in PVR?

    When you arrive at PVR, you might need to speak with one of the many travel agencies there. Go to Terminal 1's International Departures area to find Apple Vacations or Miller Travel Service, who will make sure your time there is worthwhile.

  • Are there any options for getting from the airport after arriving at PVR?

    There are four options of transportation to choose from. You can go to the ground transportation area where you will be able to get a taxi, though you should only pay for your ride once you arrive at the official taxi booth and not to the taxi touts to be safe. Hotels around the airport have some free airport shuttles so you should check with the hotel you are planning to stay in. At the International Arrivals area, there are car rental agencies that will allow you to rent your car of choice at their rates. Buses are an inexpensive option that are immediately outside the airport terminal if you're on a limited budget and don't have much luggage.

  • Where are the medical services areas at PDX?

    If you are looking for someplace to buy medication or seek urgent treatment while at the airport, head over to the South Lobby at Airside where you will find Providence Express Care. The physician in charge will tend to your medical needs and also assist you with some of the over-the-counter medication you may wish to buy.

Your guide to booking Portland to Puerto Vallarta flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average C$ 739, about C$ 117 less than Thursday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Puerto Vallarta trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 712 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 286 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through San Francisco Airport (SFO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 632 round-trip on this route – about C$ 129 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Express Puerto Vallarta By IHG
    • Flamingo Vallarta Hotel & Marina
    • Meliá Puerto Vallarta
  • Visit the Airside and Landside areas of the airport while you're at Portland International Airport (PDX) to enjoy some duty-free shopping. In those areas, there are a lot of retail establishments for you to choose from.
  • Go to the Oregon Market to discover a barbershop for that tidy and precise shave if you are in desperate need of a haircut while in PDX.
  • To avoid being left stranded because you have American dollars, proceed to the Domestic Arrivals at Landside while at Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) where the Globo Cambio currency exchange is located.
  • You can take a shower while at PVR by heading to the VIP Lounge Puerto Vallarta International Lounge where there are showers at affordable rates.
  • You can take your family around the airport while at PDX so that they can admire the scheduled live music and art exhibits.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Portland Airport to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Portland to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Puerto Vallarta Ordaz to Portland

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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