Travelling from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is 55 minutes.
Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta follow the same timezone, UTC-6.
Each week, there are 56 Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, jump on the 10:40 VivaAerobus flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 20:40 with VivaAerobus.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GDL to PVR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
VivaAerobus is your gateway to exploring Puerto Vallarta (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Mexico!). Check out the direct flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport offered by this carrier.
Most travellers choose to fly with VivaAerobus on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates GDL to PVR flights is VivaAerobus. Its services arrive as planned 73.89% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between GDL and PVR include:
Benito Juarez International Airport
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight is R 581. A return plane ticket is currently R 1,082. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book ten months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from GDL to PVR.
The cheapest month for flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from GDL to PVR.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport.
Handy information about Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Of all flights departing from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, 71.31% land on time at their destination.
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Guadalajara. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to GDL? If you've booked an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, these accommodation options 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 Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVR instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Puerto Vallarta and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Puerto Vallarta. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
March is the busiest month for flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Puerto Vallarta in May.
Before locking in your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Puerto Vallarta, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GDL to PVR in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Guadalajara to tick off its top sights. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, León de los Aldama is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to ANP Cañada Arroyo Hondo, Espacio de autogestión La Marquesa and LA CASA DE LAS PERRITAS.
