Travelling from Oaxaca Airport (OAX) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Puerto Vallarta's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Oaxaca.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your OAX to PVR flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Oaxaca Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. These are the top stopovers between OAX and PVR:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Felipe Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Oaxaca Airport (OAX) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Oaxaca Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight is ج.م. 3,889. A return fare is currently ج.م. 7,850. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from OAX to PVR if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Oaxaca Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from OAX to PVR is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Oaxaca Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
Oaxaca Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from OAX arrive at their destination on time.
Central Oaxaca to Oaxaca Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near OAX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Oaxaca Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
If you have a late Oaxaca Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near PVR:
Grab a Puerto Vallarta Airport rental car and explore Puerto Vallarta and beyond with your own wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Puerto Vallarta Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta Airport to the centre of Puerto Vallarta has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Oaxaca Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport is September, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Puerto Vallarta based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Oaxaca Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport for May if you'd like to go to Puerto Vallarta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OAX to PVR in February. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Mexico
Puerto Vallarta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, a trip to Guadalajara will keep your itinerary packed. 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 favourite destination in Mexico and is around 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. No journey is complete without dropping by Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo.
