Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Puerto Vallarta's timezone is UTC-6, making Puerto Vallarta two hours behind Richmond.
To ensure you get on your RIC to PVR flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RIC and PVR include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight is 216 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 480 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RIC to PVR if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from RIC to PVR.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
When it comes to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)'s on-time performance, 77.63% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Richmond to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 2 hours 50 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to RIC? If you've booked an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PVR instead:
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 well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport about three weeks before you set off.
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 get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Puerto Vallarta based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport for May if you'd like to visit Puerto Vallarta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RIC to PVR sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Puerto Vallarta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, a trip to Guadalajara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
León de los Aldama is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. No journey is complete without a visit to ANP Cañada Arroyo Hondo, Espacio de autogestión La Marquesa and LA CASA DE LAS PERRITAS.
