Puerto Vallarta to Sacramento (PVR–SMF) — 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–SMF is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,579 miles in approximately 3h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 1 | 738 | 3h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Sacramento from Puerto Vallarta
| Metric | PVR→SMF | GDL→SMF |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVR | – | 126 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 31 |
| Flight time | 3h 40m | 3h 59m |
Travel Essentials
PVR: CST · SMF: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Puerto Vallarta, it's 5:00 PM in Sacramento.
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–SMF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVR to SMF
Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) and Sacramento International Airport (SMF) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PVR to SMF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVR to SMF is about 3 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,579 miles (2,541 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Phoenix Sky Harbor, Los Angeles and Harry Reid. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Guadalajara (GDL).