Travelling from Calgary Airport (YYC) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Calgary Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport.
The timezone in Puerto Vallarta is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Calgary.
There are 15 Calgary Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flights every week.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your YYC to PVR flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Calgary Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Puerto Vallarta holiday, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of Mexico:
WestJet has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With 75.41% of services landing on schedule, WestJet is the most punctual carrier operating YYC to PVR flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary Airport (YYC) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Calgary Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight is £113. A round-trip plane ticket is currently £212. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from YYC to PVR, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Calgary Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from YYC to PVR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Calgary Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport.
Handy information about Calgary Airport (YYC)
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
76% of flights leaving from Calgary Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Calgary to Calgary Airport is around 19 kms (12 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Calgary Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near YYC:
Arriving at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
Consider booking a hotel close to PVR if you have a late Calgary Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Puerto Vallarta Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Puerto Vallarta and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Puerto Vallarta Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta Airport is roughly 11 kms (7 miles) from central Puerto Vallarta. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
April is the busiest month for flights from Calgary Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Puerto Vallarta in September.
When reserving your flight from Calgary Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Puerto Vallarta, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 34ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from YYC to PVR sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Puerto Vallarta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kms (120 miles) east of Puerto Vallarta, a visit to Guadalajara will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
León de los Aldama is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 370 kms (230 miles) east of Puerto Vallarta. No trip is complete without experiencing Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo.