Cheap flights to Puerto Vallarta
The region's main air hub is the Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport, located just 5 km from the city center. Travelers can choose from direct and connecting flights from 15 popular destinations. The most frequent flights arrive from Mexico City (199 flights per week), Los Angeles (98 flights), and Monterrey (82 flights). To better plan your route, explore the section on how to get there.
A total of 17 carriers operate on this route, providing a wide range of options for tourists. Major airlines include Volaris, VivaAerobus, and WestJet, which perform hundreds of weekly flights. Below on this page, you can find cards for various departure cities where you can start a search and check current ticket prices. Useful information about the region's climate can be found in the weather section, and for a general introduction to the resort, use our travel guide.
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Flight insights to Puerto Vallarta
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Puerto Vallarta — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Puerto Vallarta come from Mexico City, Los Angeles and Monterrey. Mexico City leads with around 199 flights a week.
- Mexico City199 flights/week
- Los Angeles98 flights/week
- Monterrey82 flights/week
- San Francisco80 flights/week
- Toronto48 flights/week
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Puerto Vallarta depart from Mexico, United States and Canada. Mexico alone accounts for about 43% of all direct routes.
- Mexicoavg $55
- United Statesavg $178
- Canadaavg $205
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Puerto Vallarta range from Mexico City at $33 to Toronto at $180 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Mexico Cityfrom $33
- Los Angelesfrom $144
- Monterreyfrom $42
- San Franciscofrom $121
- Torontofrom $180
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Puerto Vallarta from right now are Mexico City from $33, Morelia from $39 and Guadalajara from $41.
- Mexico Cityfrom $33
- Moreliafrom $39
- Guadalajarafrom $41
- Monterreyfrom $42
- Leonfrom $52
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Puerto Vallarta is from Quebec City at about 5h 55m, followed by Montreal (5h 37m) and Prince George (5h 36m).
- Quebec City5h 55m
- Montreal5h 37m
- Prince George5h 36m
- Edmonton5h 16m
- New York City5h 14m
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MexicoFrequently asked questions
- How many cities offer flights to Puerto Vallarta?
- Currently, there is regular air service to the city from 15 key destinations. Major routes connect Puerto Vallarta with airports in Mexico, the USA, and Canada.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Puerto Vallarta?
- The most popular destinations are Mexico City (199 flights per week), Los Angeles (98 flights), Monterrey (82 flights), San Francisco (80 flights), and Toronto (48 flights).
- How many airlines fly to Puerto Vallarta?
- A total of 17 airlines operate flights to this destination. Major carriers include Volaris, VivaAerobus, WestJet, and Aeromexico.
- Which airports receive flights to Puerto Vallarta?
- The primary arrival airport is Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR). It is conveniently located just 5 km from the city center.
- How can I find cheap tickets to Puerto Vallarta?
- To find the best deals, it is recommended to book tickets in advance and monitor promotions from low-cost carriers such as Volaris and VivaAerobus. It is also worth checking flights from major transport hubs in Mexico and neighboring countries.
- When is the best time to buy plane tickets to Puerto Vallarta?
- It is optimal to book your flight several months before your travel date, especially if it falls on holidays or during the high season. Using search tools and comparing offers from different carriers will help you find the most cost-effective ticket option.