Travelling from Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): What you need to know
Los Angeles has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 5 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight.
Puerto Vallarta is one hour ahead of Los Angeles. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is located in Puerto Vallarta, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
The busiest route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR), with 26 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from LAX to PVR is the 7am Alaska Airlines service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 2:33pm with Alaska Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to PVR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can hop on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
At LAX, you'll find a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, such as:
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Alaska Airlines between LAX and PVR.
Delta Air Lines is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Los Angeles to PVR departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
LAX is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX land on time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
With public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Los Angeles to PVR flight? Relax in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PVR instead:
Pick up a Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport rental car and discover Puerto Vallarta and beyond with your own set of wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Los Angeles 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 roughly 5 kilometres from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Currently, ج.م. 3,536 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 12,033. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Los Angeles to PVR by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
May is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Puerto Vallarta based on whether you prefer 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 Los Angeles to PVR flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC.
More about Puerto Vallarta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Puerto Vallarta right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport:
Your Puerto Vallarta trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that should be on your list include Welcome to Puerto Vallarta, Malecón Puerto Vallarta and Vallarta Eats Food Tours.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've experienced Puerto Vallarta. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Catedral, Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Zapopan is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. No journey is complete without seeing OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Basilica de Zapopan and Exposición Temporal De Tukankamon.
