Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Puerto Vallarta's timezone is UTC-6, making Puerto Vallarta two hours behind Buffalo.
Your BUF to PVR flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BUF and PVR:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
At the moment, £167 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £365. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BUF to PVR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 75.46% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is around 11 miles from central Buffalo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BUF:
Arriving at Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Reserve a hotel close to PVR if you're taking a late Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport rental car and discover Puerto Vallarta and beyond with your own wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to the centre of Puerto Vallarta has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 6 miles away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. March is the most popular month to head to Puerto Vallarta. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Puerto Vallarta, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BUF to PVR in February. Average temperatures are 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 120 miles away to the east, its best attractions include Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Mexico, consider León de los Aldama, roughly 230 miles east of Puerto Vallarta. ANP Cañada Arroyo Hondo, Espacio de autogestión La Marquesa and LA CASA DE LAS PERRITAS are key highlights.
