Flying from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Puerto Vallarta is one hour ahead of Oakland and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your OAK to PVR flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between OAK and PVR:
Los Angeles International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
John Wayne Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Right now, 80 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 193 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from OAK to PVR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from OAK to PVR.
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Handy information about Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
You'll find OAK at 1 Airport Drive.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from OAK land at their destination as scheduled 83.61% of the time.
To get to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport from central Oakland, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near OAK? If you're boarding an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PVR instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and find adventure across Puerto Vallarta and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
From Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, Puerto Vallarta is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. March is the most popular month to head to Puerto Vallarta. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Puerto Vallarta, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OAK to PVR in February. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Puerto Vallarta has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, a trip to Guadalajara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Mexico, consider León de los Aldama, roughly 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. ANP Cañada Arroyo Hondo, Espacio de autogestión La Marquesa and LA CASA DE LAS PERRITAS are highlights.