Flying from Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR): What you need to know
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is Phoenix's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) taking off from here.
Book a direct Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 40 minutes.
Puerto Vallarta is one hour ahead of Phoenix. Puerto Vallarta International Airport is located in Puerto Vallarta, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
With 20 direct flights a week between the two airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) is the most popular route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8:05am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from PHX to PVR is with American Airlines at 1:15pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Phoenix to PVR.
March is a busy travel month. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) depart from this terminal.
When departing from PHX, you can take a direct flight from Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport with American Airlines.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between PHX and PVR is American Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 5 kilometres from central Phoenix, PHX can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from PHX make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
PHX's address is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) is one of the main options between Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and PVR.
With public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to AZA in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Phoenix to PVR flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport:
Flights from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82% of them touching down on schedule.
AZA is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PVR instead:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Puerto Vallarta. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport is 129 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 318 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from Phoenix to PVR, book your ticket one month before your departure date.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. September is the quietest month to visit Puerto Vallarta. March is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Phoenix to PVR plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Puerto Vallarta, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Puerto Vallarta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Puerto Vallarta right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Phoenix to Puerto Vallarta International Airport:
Your Puerto Vallarta trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include Welcome to Puerto Vallarta, Malecón Puerto Vallarta and Playa Camarones.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Journey about 193 kilometres east to Guadalajara to check off its top attractions. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Zapopan is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. No trip is complete without visiting OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan and KidZania Guadalajara.