Traveling from Lima Airport (LIM) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR): what you need to know
The timezone in Puerto Vallarta is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Lima.
Your LIM to PVR flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Lima Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. Many passengers pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Airport (LIM) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lima Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight is $234. A return plane ticket right now is $595. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LIM to PVR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Lima Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from LIM to PVR is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lima Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport.
Handy information about Lima Airport (LIM)
82% of flights leaving Lima Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from LIM.
To get to Lima Airport from central Lima, it takes around 30 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Lima Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LIM:
Arriving at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
If you're getting in on a late Lima Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near PVR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Puerto Vallarta Airport rental car. Book your wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and see more of Puerto Vallarta and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Puerto Vallarta Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
April is the most popular month for flights from Lima Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Puerto Vallarta in September.
The warmest month in Puerto Vallarta is May, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Lima Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LIM to PVR in February if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Puerto Vallarta has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometers east of Puerto Vallarta, a trip 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 essential stop in Mexico and is around 370 kilometers 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.
