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

• Earliest: departs at 1:10 pm and lands at 4:32 pm
• Latest: departs at 7:56 pm and lands at 11:18 pm.

The flight takes about 3h 22m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Puerto Vallarta to Los Angeles.

A direct flight from Puerto Vallarta to Los Angeles takes 3h 22m, covering 3,155 km.

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.

Round-trip flights from Puerto Vallarta to Los Angeles range from C$ 449 to C$ 633, with an average of C$ 533 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 449 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the C$ 533 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 429 round-trip via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), compared to C$ 542 for direct.

Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while United Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Puerto Vallarta to Los Angeles flights are:

• Delta: 91% on time
• United Airlines: 88% on time
• Alaska Airlines: 87% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 87% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 43–C$ 142 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Aeromexico and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Puerto Vallarta to Los Angeles flights, with 75% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 25%, Morning flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 536 to C$ 1,485. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Puerto Vallarta to Los Angeles flights:

• Delta
• Alaska Airlines
• Aeromexico
• American Airlines

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Puerto Vallarta to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 338, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 5 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Dollar

Flights from Puerto Vallarta to Los Angeles usually depart from Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Puerto Vallarta to Los Angeles route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 45m.

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

• Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) – 87% of one-stop connections
• Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) – 11% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Puerto Vallarta to Los Angeles. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 504 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 600, a difference of C$ 97.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

4 airlines operate flights between Puerto Vallarta and Los Angeles. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta
• United Airlines
• American Airlines

Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 43m, compared with 8h 50m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) and 11h 15m via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL).

Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Puerto Vallarta (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Los Angeles Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Puerto Vallarta to Los Angeles flights:

• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Aeromexico: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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

• Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Alaska Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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