Flying from Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Seattle. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) out of here.
4 hours 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport flight.
Puerto Vallarta is two hours ahead of Seattle. Puerto Vallarta International Airport is located in Puerto Vallarta, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
The busiest route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR). You can pick from 8 direct services each week. Delta Air Lines operates a 7:33am departure between SEA and PVR.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Seattle to PVR.
With more travellers during peak months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Get there in one go from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Direct flights from Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) are available from here.
When jetting out of SEA, you can catch a direct flight from Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport with Alaska Airlines.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between SEA and PVR is Alaska Airlines.
Among carriers operating on this route, Delta leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Seattle to PVR leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kms (14 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
80% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of SEA.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
PAE is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Seattle. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Seattle Paine Field International Airport the day before your Seattle to PVR flight:
Flights from Seattle Paine Field International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down as expected.
About Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near PVR instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport flight.
Getting from Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Central Puerto Vallarta is around 11 kms (7 miles) from Puerto Vallarta International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR)
At the moment, £92 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £236. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Seattle to PVR by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR)
September is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), while March is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Puerto Vallarta based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Puerto Vallarta is May, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Seattle to PVR plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport in February when temperatures are between 14ºC and 30ºC.
More about Puerto Vallarta
After booking your flight from Seattle to Puerto Vallarta International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Puerto Vallarta:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Welcome to Puerto Vallarta, Malecón Puerto Vallarta and Playa Camarones are must-visits when exploring Puerto Vallarta.
Explore more of Mexico
Puerto Vallarta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. Around 193 kms (120 miles) east of Puerto Vallarta, a visit to Guadalajara will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Mexico, consider Zapopan, roughly 193 kms (120 miles) east of Puerto Vallarta. OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan and KidZania Guadalajara are among its highlights.