Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport is 5 hours.
The timezone in Puerto Vallarta is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Vancouver.
Each week, there are 15 Vancouver International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, pick the 00:15 WestJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 13:40 with Flair Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your YVR to PVR flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can fly nonstop to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Book a ticket with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport:
WestJet tops the list for bookings on this route.
With 74.47% of its services arriving as planned, Air Canada is the most punctual carrier operating YVR to PVR flights.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near YVR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PVR if you're taking a late Vancouver International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Puerto Vallarta Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and experience more of Puerto Vallarta and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Puerto Vallarta Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
April is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Puerto Vallarta in September.
Before locking in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Puerto Vallarta, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YVR to PVR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to discover more of Mexico. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Guadalajara to check off its must-visit sights. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, León de los Aldama is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo.