Puerto Vallarta to Sacramento (PVR–SMF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PVR–SMF is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,579 miles in approximately 3h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 31 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 1 | 7S7 | 3h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
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 | 28 |
| Flight time | 3h 50m | 4h 9m |
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 ranges from 3 hours 50 minutes. 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
31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via VNY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Guadalajara (GDL).