Travelling from Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Mexico City's main airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) jetting off from either of these.
Take off on a direct Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Puerto Vallarta's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Mexico City. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is located in Puerto Vallarta.
The busiest route is from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR), with 56 direct services every week. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from MEX to PVR is the 6am Aeromexico service. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 10:15pm with Aeromexico.
Your flight from Mexico City to PVR won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) operate out of this terminal.
At MEX, there's a good selection of airlines that offer direct flights from Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, including:
Most passengers prefer to fly with Aeromexico between MEX and PVR.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Aeromexico.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
80.91% of flights leaving Benito Juarez International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of MEX.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
You can book a direct Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) plane ticket with departures from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). See if flying from NLU works better for your plans.
From NLU, direct flights from Mexico City to PVR are available with Aeromexico.
Aeromexico is the top choice for bookings on the NLU to PVR route.
Flights between Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport and Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport are more likely to stay on schedule with Aeromexico than with any other carrier.
You can reach NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport? Before your Mexico City to PVR flight, check yourself in to Verticca Hotel.
67.58% of flights leaving Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Reserve a hotel close to PVR if you're catching a late flight from Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Grab a Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport rental car and explore Puerto Vallarta and beyond with your own set of wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Puerto Vallarta. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
16 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. A return flight starts at 22 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Mexico City to PVR if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Affordable Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Mexico City to PVR.
Save money on your flight from Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
May is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Puerto Vallarta based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Mexico City to PVR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Puerto Vallarta, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Puerto Vallarta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Puerto Vallarta right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Puerto Vallarta when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Welcome to Puerto Vallarta followed by Malecón Puerto Vallarta and Vallarta Eats Food Tours.
Explore more of Mexico
Puerto Vallarta has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, a visit to Guadalajara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Catedral, Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Around 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, Zapopan is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Basilica de Zapopan and Exposición Temporal De Tukankamon.
