Flying from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Puerto Vallarta's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Puerto Vallarta two hours behind Washington DC.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your DCA to PVR flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DCA and PVR include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight is ر.ق. 713. A round-trip fare right now is ر.ق. 1,434. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from DCA to PVR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from DCA to PVR.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport.
Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
76.44% of flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near DCA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Ronald Reagan National 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 discover Puerto Vallarta and beyond with your own wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
From Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, Puerto Vallarta is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
March is the most popular month for flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Puerto Vallarta in May.
Book your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport for May if you want to visit Puerto Vallarta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DCA to PVR in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Puerto Vallarta. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Mexico, head for León de los Aldama, about 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. ANP Cañada Arroyo Hondo, Espacio de autogestión La Marquesa and LA CASA DE LAS PERRITAS are highlights.
