Flying from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to La Paz Airport (LAP): what you need to know
The timezone in La Paz is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Puerto Vallarta.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your PVR to LAP flight.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Puerto Vallarta Airport to La Paz Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PVR and LAP:
Guadalajara Airport
Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
Tijuana Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to La Paz Airport (LAP)
81 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Puerto Vallarta Airport to La Paz Airport flight. Return flights start at 169 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from PVR to LAP. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Puerto Vallarta Airport to La Paz Airport.
Landing cheap flights from PVR to LAP is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport to La Paz Airport.
Handy information about Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Puerto Vallarta Airport, 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Puerto Vallarta Airport from central Puerto Vallarta, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PVR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Puerto Vallarta Airport to La Paz Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at La Paz Airport (LAP)
If you're getting in on a late Puerto Vallarta Airport to La Paz Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near LAP:
Travel at your own pace with a La Paz Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, Thrifty or Europcar and experience more of La Paz and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from La Paz Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from La Paz Airport (LAP) to central La Paz
La Paz Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of La Paz. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to La Paz Airport (LAP)
April is the busiest month for flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport to La Paz Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to La Paz in March.
The warmest month in La Paz is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport to La Paz Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PVR to LAP around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done La Paz, now it's time to discover more of Mexico. Journey around 306 kilometres east to Culiacan to tick off its top attractions. From paseo del río Sinaloa Park to Jardin Botanico Culiacan and Reserva Ecologica, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 402 kilometres east of La Paz, Mazatlan is another favourite stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Malecón, Malecon and Playa Las Gaviotas.