Travelling from Puebla Airport (PBC) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Puebla Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Puerto Vallarta's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Puebla.
To ensure you get on your PBC to PVR flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Getting to Puerto Vallarta (and then seeing more of Mexico!) is easy with Volaris. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Puebla Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Volaris.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Puebla Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between PBC and PVR:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Guadalajara Airport
Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
Handy information about Puebla Airport (PBC)
Puebla Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PBC land at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
To get to Puebla Airport from central Puebla, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kms (19 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to PBC? If you're boarding an early flight from Puebla Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
If you're coming in on a late Puebla Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near PVR:
Pick up a Puerto Vallarta Airport rental car and discover Puerto Vallarta and beyond with your own set of wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Puerto Vallarta Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta Airport is roughly 11 kms (7 miles) from central Puerto Vallarta. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
April is the most popular month for flights from Puebla Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Puerto Vallarta in September.
When reserving your flight from Puebla 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 to 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PBC to PVR in February. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Journey around 193 kms (120 miles) east to Guadalajara to check off its popular sights. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Mexico, head for León de los Aldama, about 370 kms (230 miles) east of Puerto Vallarta. Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo are highlights.
