Puerto Vallarta to San Jose (PVR–SJC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PVR–SJC had nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, last on the schedule in June 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 1,526 miles in 3h 25m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San Jose from Puerto Vallarta
| Metric | PVR→SJC | GDL→SJC |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVR | – | 126 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 4 |
| Weekly flights | – | 22 |
| Flight time | 3h 25m | 3h 47m |
Travel Essentials
PVR: CST · SJC: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Puerto Vallarta, it's 5:00 PM in San Jose.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
PVR–SJC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVR to SJC
Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) had nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, last on the schedule in June 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
PVR to SJC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVR to SJC is about 3 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,526 miles (2,456 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Los Angeles, John Wayne Orange County and Phoenix Sky Harbor. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Guadalajara (GDL).