Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta (SBA–PVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,301 mi 2h 46m nonstop +1h ahead 32 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SBA and PVR, connecting options are available through 32 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SBA to PVR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
32
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
290
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Puerto Vallarta from Santa Barbara

Nearby airports with service to Puerto Vallarta International Airport.
Metric SBA→PVR LAX→PVR SNA→PVR
Distance from SBA – 88 mi 124 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 10 4
Weekly flights 0 53 6
Flight time 2h 46m 3h 2h 29m
Departure OTP 76% – –
Los Angeles (LAX) to Puerto Vallarta flights · Santa Ana (SNA) to Puerto Vallarta flights
Airports within 200 miles of SBA with service to Puerto Vallarta International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Puerto Vallarta is 1 hour ahead of Santa Barbara.
SBA: PDT · PVR: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Santa Barbara, it's 7:00 PM in Puerto Vallarta.
Distance & Flight Time
1,301 mi / 2,094 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 46m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

SBA–PVR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Santa Barbara to Puerto Vallarta route.
Route details
Distance1,301 mi / 2,094 km
Flight time2h 46m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections32 hubs
Origin: SBA
Full nameSanta Barbara Municipal Airport
IATA / ICAOSBA / KSBA
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr1.4M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: PVR
Full namePuerto Vallarta International Airport
IATA / ICAOPVR / MMPR
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr6.8M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SBA to PVR flights.
Nonstop flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Puerto Vallarta International Airport take approximately 2h 46m. The route covers 1,301 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PSP, TUS, VNY, SNA, LAS, SJC, DAL, AUS, OAK, HOU, IAH, BNA, MKE, MSP, BHM, PBI, YYZ, IAD, EWR, BOS, SMF, PDX, SFO, SEA, LAX, DFW, PHX, SLC, SAN, ORD, DEN and RNO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Puerto Vallarta is 1 hour ahead of Santa Barbara.
Nearby alternatives include LAX and SNA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from SBA to PVR

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) and Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SBA to PVR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SBA to PVR ranges from 2 hours 46 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,301 miles (2,094 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via PSP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Los Angeles (LAX) and Santa Ana (SNA).