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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Columbus to Puerto Vallarta Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $486. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Puerto Vallarta

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Columbus to Puerto Vallarta flights are currently cheapest in May.

Columbus to Puerto Vallarta: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Columbus to Puerto Vallarta below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Puerto Vallarta.

Columbus to Puerto Vallarta: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$264
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Columbus to Puerto Vallarta: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Columbus to Puerto Vallarta is $486. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Columbus to Puerto Vallarta. But we found flights with one stop from $486.
There are no flights flying from Columbus to Puerto Vallarta, as of April 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Puerto Vallarta is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to Puerto Vallarta Airport on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Columbus and Puerto Vallarta Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Puerto Vallarta but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Puerto Vallarta is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Puerto Vallarta is Frontier Airlines.

Traveling from Columbus to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): What you need to know

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is Columbus's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Columbus to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) jetting off from here.

  • Puerto Vallarta is two hours behind Columbus. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is located in Puerto Vallarta, which follows the UTC-6 timezone.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Columbus 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 heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Columbus to PVR that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CMH and PVR include:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • Traveling from central Columbus to CMH takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometers in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • In search of a convenient hotel close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Columbus to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:

  • Of all flights departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 79.5% land on time at their destination.

  • The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Columbus to LCK in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 26 kilometers away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.

  • It's vacation time, so why not spend another night away at a hotel near Rickenbacker International Airport? Before your Columbus to PVR flight, drop your bags at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East.

  • As far as flight punctuality goes, Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.14%.

About Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta

  • Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is around 5 kilometers from central Puerto Vallarta. How long it takes to get there by car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.

  • It takes roughly 55 minutes when traveling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is $264. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $486. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap flights from Columbus to PVR, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Columbus to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Columbus to PVR couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Columbus to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport.

The best time to fly from Columbus to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Columbus to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR). Visit Puerto Vallarta in May if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • When booking your Columbus to PVR plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. May is the warmest month in Puerto Vallarta, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Columbus to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport in February if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

More about Puerto Vallarta

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Puerto Vallarta right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Columbus to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Welcome to Puerto Vallarta, Malecón Puerto Vallarta and Vallarta Eats Food Tours are must-do's during your Puerto Vallarta adventure.

Explore more of Mexico

  • You've visited Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Travel about 193 kilometers east to Guadalajara to tick off its leading sights. From Catedral to Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If there's time to check out another major stop in Mexico, consider Zapopan, about 193 kilometers east of Puerto Vallarta. OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Basilica de Zapopan and Exposición Temporal De Tukankamon are highlights.

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