Travelling from Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale is one hour ahead of Puerto Vallarta, where Puerto Vallarta International Airport is located. Fort Lauderdale runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your PVR to Fort Lauderdale flight.
Travelling over a peak time such as March? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from PVR to Fort Lauderdale with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
PVR is around 5 kilometres from central Puerto Vallarta. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near PVR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to Fort Lauderdale or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Puerto Vallarta International Airport, 73% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) to Fort Lauderdale
R 3,812 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Puerto Vallarta International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 7,179. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from PVR to Fort Lauderdale. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Landing cheap tickets from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to Fort Lauderdale is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up an incredible deal.
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Snag an affordable flight from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to Fort Lauderdale with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from PVR to Fort Lauderdale.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
December is the quietest month for flights from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, while March is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Fort Lauderdale based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Puerto Vallarta International Airport to Fort Lauderdale plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from PVR to Fort Lauderdale around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Fort Lauderdale
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Fort Lauderdale right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to Fort Lauderdale:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Ft Lauderdale Beach (Playa las Olas), Las Olas Beach and Fort Lauderdale Beach: The L'Hermitage Reserve are essential stops on your Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Fort Lauderdale. Around 499 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Around 306 kilometres northwest of Fort Lauderdale, Tampa is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Busch Gardens Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
