Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Mezcales travel guide

Mezcales Tourism | Mezcales Guide

You're Going to Love Mezcales

Mezcales is a must-see destination in Nayarit, Mexico. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 10 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mezcales has to offer.

When to visit Mezcales

Mezcales in January
Estimated hotel price
$62
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mezcales in January
Estimated hotel price
$62
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Mezcales

Plane

When flying to Mezcales, you’ll arrive at Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Mezcales include American Airlines, United Airlines and Air Canada. The shortest flight to Mezcales from the United States departs from Atlanta and takes around 3h 48m.

Car

Another option to get to Mezcales is to pick up a car rental from Guadalajara, which is about 125 miles from Mezcales. You’ll find branches of Budget and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Guadalajara.

Plane

When flying to Mezcales, you’ll arrive at Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Mezcales include American Airlines, United Airlines and Air Canada. The shortest flight to Mezcales from the United States departs from Atlanta and takes around 3h 48m.

Car

Another option to get to Mezcales is to pick up a car rental from Guadalajara, which is about 125 miles from Mezcales. You’ll find branches of Budget and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Guadalajara.

Airports near Mezcales

TPQTepic
PVRPuerto Vallarta Ordaz

Airlines serving Mezcales

KLM
Good (1,578 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,229 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,463 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,581 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,662 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,214 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,644 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,937 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,549 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (640 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,464 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,985 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,914 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,599 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,543 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Mezcales

Most booked hotels in Mezcales

Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit
5 stars
Excellent (9.5, 69 reviews)
$980+
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Secrets Bahia Mita Surf And Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 88 reviews)
$437+
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Hotel Tropicana Vallarta
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 4660 reviews)
$83+
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Barcelo Puerto Vallarta
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 428 reviews)
$202+
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Hacienda Buenaventura Hotel & Mexican Charm
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1292 reviews)
$149+
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The Hacienda at Krystal Grand Puerto Vallarta
5 stars
Excellent (8, 292 reviews)
$274+
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Renting a car in Mezcales

Renting a car in Mezcales costs $7 per day, on average, or $73 if you want to rent if for 10 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 236% cheaper than airport locations in Mezcales.

Expect to pay $6.36 per gallon in Mezcales (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $76.31 and $101.75.

Renting a car in Mezcales costs $7 per day, on average, or $73 if you want to rent if for 10 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 236% cheaper than airport locations in Mezcales.

Expect to pay $6.36 per gallon in Mezcales (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $76.31 and $101.75.