Flying from Arcata Airport (ACV) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Puerto Vallarta's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Puerto Vallarta two hours ahead of Arcata.
Leave plenty of time to make your ACV to PVR flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to explore another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Arcata Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Denver International Airport is a popular stop between ACV and PVR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arcata Airport (ACV) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Arcata Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,194. A return plane ticket is currently ر.ق. 2,172. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from ACV to PVR, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Arcata Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Arcata Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport.
Handy information about Arcata Airport (ACV)
ACV is located at 3561 Boeing Ave.
When it comes to Arcata Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Arcata Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Arcata. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near ACV. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Arcata Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
Book a hotel close to PVR if you're on a late Arcata Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Puerto Vallarta Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from America, MEX or Europcar to explore Puerto Vallarta and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Puerto Vallarta Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
April is the most popular month for flights from Arcata Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Puerto Vallarta in September.
Lock in your flight from Arcata Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport for May if you want to explore Puerto Vallarta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ACV to PVR in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Guadalajara to tick off its leading sights. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
León de los Aldama is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. No trip is complete without seeing Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo.
