Controladora Vuela Compañía de Aviación, S.A.B. de C.V. (VLRS) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -10.0x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2013–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 22, 2026, Controladora Vuela Compañía de Aviación, S.A.B. de C.V. (VLRS) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -10.0x, with a stock price of $8.97 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.91.
The current P/E is 142% below its 5-year average of 23.5x. Over the past five years, VLRS's P/E has ranged from a low of 3.8x to a high of 134.0x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.5x, VLRS trades at a 139% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 404 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 198.8x.
Relative to the broader market, VLRS trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our VLRS DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
VLRS Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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VLRS P/E vs Peers
Commercial passenger airlines peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5B | 22.8 | 1.16Best | +7% | |
| $11B | 94.1 | - | -86% | |
| $38B | 11.6 | - | +8% | |
| $55B | 11.0Lowest | - | +44% | |
| $24B | 60.7 | - | +5% | |
| $176B | 89.8 | - | +114%Best | |
| $5B | 385.4 | - | -73% | |
| $374B | 43.8 | 3.71 | +36% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
VLRS Historical P/E Data (2013–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $5.22 | $0.36 | 14.5x | -37% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $7.44 | $1.09 | 6.8x | -71% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $6.33 | $1.66 | 3.8x | -84% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $6.36 | $1.01 | 6.3x | -73% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $7.42 | $0.97 | 7.6x | -67% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $9.38 | $0.07 | 134.0x | +478% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $13.95 | $0.22 | 63.4x | +173% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $18.19 | $0.76 | 24.1x | +4% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $17.97 | $0.88 | 20.5x | -12% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $21.81 | $1.39 | 15.7x | -32% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $3.43 | $0.47 | 7.3x | -69% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $10.42 | $1.35 | 7.7x | -67% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $10.01 | $0.94 | 10.6x | -54% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $9.38 | $0.52 | 18.1x | -22% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $8.52 | $0.48 | 17.9x | -23% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $5.08 | $0.08 | 64.3x | +177% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $13.94 | $0.76 | 18.3x | -21% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $15.04 | $1.82 | 8.3x | -64% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $17.39 | $1.74 | 10.0x | -57% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $18.69 | $1.89 | 9.9x | -57% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $21.07 | $1.61 | 13.1x | -44% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $17.16 | $1.47 | 11.7x | -50% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $14.92 | $1.56 | 9.6x | -59% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $11.94 | $1.14 | 10.5x | -55% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $11.14 | $0.86 | 12.9x | -44% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $9.02 | $0.38 | 23.6x | +2% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $13.55 | $0.21 | 63.3x | +173% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 30 2013 | $14.50 | $0.41 | 35.5x | +53% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 23.2x
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VLRS — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying VLRS stock.
What is VLRS's P/E ratio?
Controladora Vuela Compañía de Aviación, S.A.B. de C.V. (VLRS) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -10.0x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-0.91. The 5-year average P/E is 23.5x and the historical range spans 3.8x to 134.0x.
Is VLRS stock overvalued or undervalued?
VLRS trades at -10.0x P/E, below its 5-year average of 23.5x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (3.8x–134.0x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is VLRS stock expensive?
No, VLRS is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of -10.0x is below the 5-year average of 23.5x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is VLRS's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, VLRS's P/E ratio has ranged from 3.8x to 134.0x, with a median of 14.5x and an average of 23.5x. The current P/E of -10.0x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2013–2025.
How does VLRS's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
VLRS trades at -10.0x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 141% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does VLRS's valuation compare to Industrials peers?
Controladora Vuela Compañía de Aviación, S.A.B. de C.V. P/E of -10.0x compares to the Industrials sector median of 25.5x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations, weaker margins, or higher perceived risk relative to peers. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is VLRS's PEG ratio?
VLRS PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -10.0x and EPS growth of -181.8%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is VLRS's earnings yield?
VLRS earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -10.0x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.