Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR): What you need to know
The timezone in Puerto Vallarta is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Fort Lauderdale. Puerto Vallarta International Airport is located in Puerto Vallarta.
To ensure you catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to PVR, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like March? Popular seasons (like Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to PVR. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
FLL is around 11 kilometers from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Puerto Vallarta International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
FLL's address is 320 Terminal Drive.
About Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR)
Have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Puerto Vallarta International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near PVR and fast-forward to bedtime:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Fort Lauderdale to Puerto Vallarta International Airport flight.
Getting from Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Central Puerto Vallarta is around 11 kilometers from Puerto Vallarta International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR)
At the moment, AED 627 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Puerto Vallarta International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,615. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to PVR if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Affordable Fort Lauderdale to Puerto Vallarta International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Fort Lauderdale to PVR.
Find the best deal on a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Puerto Vallarta International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. September is the quietest month to visit Puerto Vallarta. March is when most people book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Fort Lauderdale to PVR plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Puerto Vallarta, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Puerto Vallarta International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Puerto Vallarta
Once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Puerto Vallarta International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Puerto Vallarta:
Welcome to Puerto Vallarta and Malecón Puerto Vallarta are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Puerto Vallarta must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Playa Camarones.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Journey about 193 kilometers east to Guadalajara to check off its top attractions. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometers east of Puerto Vallarta, Zapopan is another favorite stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan and KidZania Guadalajara.
