Flying from Washington DC to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR): What you need to know
The timezone in Puerto Vallarta is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Washington DC. Puerto Vallarta International Airport is located in Puerto Vallarta.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to PVR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Washington DC to PVR that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DCA and PVR include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Knock a new city off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Washington DC to Puerto Vallarta International Airport, check out these options when setting off from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
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Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Reserve a plane ticket from Washington DC to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) out of Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between BWI and PVR are:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
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The on-time performance record of BWI is 77%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR)
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Getting from Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Central Puerto Vallarta is around 11 kilometres from Puerto Vallarta International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR)
$316 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Puerto Vallarta International Airport. A return flight starts from $673. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to PVR, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. September is the quietest month to visit Puerto Vallarta. March is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Puerto Vallarta is May, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Washington DC to PVR plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Puerto Vallarta International Airport in February when temperatures are between 14ºC and 30ºC.
More about Puerto Vallarta
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Welcome to Puerto Vallarta and Malecón Puerto Vallarta are just two of the big attractions to put on your Puerto Vallarta itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Playa Camarones.
Explore more of Mexico
Puerto Vallarta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, a trip to Guadalajara will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
Around 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, Zapopan is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan and KidZania Guadalajara.