Flying from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): what you need to know
The timezone in Puerto Vallarta is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Milwaukee.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MKE to PVR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from General Mitchell International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between MKE and PVR include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way General Mitchell International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight is $422. A round-trip fare is currently $881. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MKE to PVR, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from MKE to PVR is a cinch 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.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
You'll find MKE at 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
78.97% of flights taking off from General Mitchell International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MKE:
Arriving at Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a General Mitchell International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PVR instead:
Pick up a Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport rental car and explore Puerto Vallarta and beyond with your own wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Puerto Vallarta. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
When to fly to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. March is the most popular month to visit Puerto Vallarta. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport for May if you'd like to go to Puerto Vallarta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 34ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MKE to PVR around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Puerto Vallarta has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, a trip to Guadalajara will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Mexico, consider León de los Aldama, roughly 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. ANP Cañada Arroyo Hondo, Espacio de autogestión La Marquesa and LA CASA DE LAS PERRITAS are key reasons to visit.