Flying from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Puerto Vallarta's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as San Antonio.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SAT to PVR flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Antonio International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAT and PVR:
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How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
R 1,226 is the lowest price for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 4,150. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SAT to PVR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport.
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Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
The address for SAT is 9800 Airport Boulevard.
San Antonio International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SAT arrive at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
To get to San Antonio International Airport from central San Antonio, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SAT:
Arriving at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
Reserve a hotel close to PVR if you have a late San Antonio International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Puerto Vallarta Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and explore beyond Puerto Vallarta's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Puerto Vallarta Airport about three weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Puerto Vallarta. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in September.
Book your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport for May if you want to go to Puerto Vallarta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAT to PVR in February. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Puerto Vallarta. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
If there's time to check out another corner of Mexico, head for León de los Aldama, roughly 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo are the start of reasons to visit.
