Travelling from Buenos Aires to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Buenos Aires. Explore your options leaving from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) when planning your flight from Buenos Aires to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR).
The timezone in Puerto Vallarta is UTC-6, which is three hours behind Buenos Aires. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is located in Puerto Vallarta.
To ensure you get on your flight from Buenos Aires to PVR, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Located around 14 kms (9 miles) from the centre of Buenos Aires, AEP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Jorge Newbery Airport:
Jorge Newbery Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83.76% of flights that depart AEP reach their destination without delay.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Buenos Aires to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Ministro Pistarini Airport and PVR:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Buenos Aires to EZE in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kms (20 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Buenos Aires to PVR flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Ministro Pistarini Airport:
Flights from Ministro Pistarini Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 83.93% of them landing right on cue.
About Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
If you have a late flight from Buenos Aires to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near PVR:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and explore beyond Puerto Vallarta's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Buenos Aires to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight.
Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
The centre of Puerto Vallarta is around 3 miles from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is £282. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £531. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Buenos Aires to PVR if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Affordable Buenos Aires to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Buenos Aires to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR). July is the most popular month to visit Puerto Vallarta. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in May.
The warmest month in Puerto Vallarta is May, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Buenos Aires to PVR plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Buenos Aires to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport in February when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Puerto Vallarta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Puerto Vallarta right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Puerto Vallarta when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Welcome to Puerto Vallarta followed by Malecón Puerto Vallarta and Vallarta Eats Food Tours.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Travel around 193 kms (120 miles) east to Guadalajara to check off its top sights. From Catedral to Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Zapopan is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 193 kms (120 miles) east of Puerto Vallarta. No journey is complete without experiencing OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Basilica de Zapopan and Exposición Temporal De Tukankamon.