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Cheapest round-trip
$355
Typical prices: $480-$667
American Airlines
Wed 1/31Fri 2/9
AUS - PVR • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,132
Typical prices: $557-$872
Southwest
Thu 3/22Mon 3/26
AUS - PVR • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Austin and Puerto Vallarta. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 12% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY)
Cheapest • Avg $442 (round-trip)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 5h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta (AUS-PVR)

 

Cheap flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Sun, Jan 31 - Tue, Feb 9
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:29 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
5h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:01 pm - 11:58 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 57m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$355American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 25
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:52 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
8h 52m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:12 pm - 11:54 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-AUS Austin Bergstrom
9h 42m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$355American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:55 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
5h 55m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 11:15 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 44m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$355United Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 12
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 12:55 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
7h 40m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
11:51 am - 8:03 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-AUS Austin Bergstrom
8h 12m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$355United Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
Viva Logo
1:55 pm - 4:38 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
26h 43m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
Viva Logo
9:36 am - 12:40 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-AUS Austin Bergstrom
27h 04m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$363Viva
Fri, Dec 11 - Thu, Jan 21
Viva Logo
1:40 pm - 10:08 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
44h 28m2 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
Viva Logo
1:43 pm - 12:30 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-AUS Austin Bergstrom
22h 47m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$363Viva
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 29
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2:50 pm - 8:38 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
6h 48m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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10:00 am - 1:40 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-AUS Austin Bergstrom
26h 40m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
$423Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
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1:45 pm - 8:46 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
19h 01m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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5:32 pm - 9:56 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-AUS Austin Bergstrom
28h 24m2 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$429Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
Delta Logo
2:02 pm - 11:53 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
9h 51m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
Delta Logo
6:17 am - 12:17 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-AUS Austin Bergstrom
6h 00m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$470Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
2:02 pm - 11:53 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
9h 51m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
Delta Logo
6:01 am - 12:17 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-AUS Austin Bergstrom
6h 16m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$470Delta

Price, demand and travel trends for Austin to Puerto Vallarta flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Austin to Puerto Vallarta?

Round-trip flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta typically range from $480 to $667. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $355, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Puerto Vallarta?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Puerto Vallarta. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Puerto Vallarta?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Puerto Vallarta at $504 round-trip.
•March ($628) and September ($613) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 24% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta the cheapest?

Flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Austin to Puerto Vallarta

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PVR

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on AUS

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Key details for Austin to Puerto Vallarta flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$126
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 6% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Austin to Puerto Vallarta

When to book flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Austin to Puerto Vallarta based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Austin to Puerto Vallarta flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Austin to Puerto Vallarta:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:25 am and lands at 10:50 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:25 am and lands at 10:50 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 25m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta.

  • How long is a flight from Austin to Puerto Vallarta?

    A nonstop flight from Austin to Puerto Vallarta takes 2h 25m, covering 809 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Austin to Puerto Vallarta?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Austin to Puerto Vallarta flight?

    Round-trip flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta range from $480 to $667, with an average of $572 over the past 12 months. Anything below $480 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Austin to Puerto Vallarta flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the $572 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Austin to Puerto Vallarta?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $442 round-trip via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY), compared to $609 for nonstop.

  • Have flight prices from Austin to Puerto Vallarta changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $355 to $2,734. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Austin to Puerto Vallarta looking right now?

    One-way fares from Austin to Puerto Vallarta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $175, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport (PVR)?

    Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport (PVR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • America Car Rental
    • MEXRENTACAR
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Austin to Puerto Vallarta?

    Flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta usually depart from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and arrive at Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta pass through?

    One-stop flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta most commonly connect through:

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $545 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $658, a difference of $113.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Austin to Puerto Vallarta?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Austin and Puerto Vallarta.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Austin to Puerto Vallarta?

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 37m, compared with 5h 44m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 26m via Houston Hobby (HOU).

  • What is the time difference between Austin and Puerto Vallarta?

    Puerto Vallarta is 1 hour behind Austin (Central Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Puerto Vallarta?

    Some of the most popular sights in Puerto Vallarta are Playa de los Muertos, Malecon and Camarones Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Puerto Vallarta on KAYAK.

  • Are there car rentals at Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)?

    Booking a car at the Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) lets you leap into your adventure immediately after you land at this facility. Various car companies run their desks here, including Hertz, Avis, and Enterprise. Pick your keys from the counters after the baggage claims, and a shuttle will ferry you to the pick up garage.

  • Which is the best way to get to downtown Puerto Vallarta from PVR?

    Downtown Puerto Vallarta is located approximately 2.4 miles from PVR. If you’re traveling on a budget, you can take a direct bus which runs every 15min, with the trip lasting about 39min. Also, taxis are available for quicker connections, with a travel time of about 10min.

  • Which Airline allows pets in the cabin from AUS to PVR?

    Passengers flying aboard United Air Lines from AUS to PVR should know that the airlines allows furry friends like dogs into the cabin if they bear valid medical certificates. You’ll be required to lock your pet in its cage throughout the voyage.

  • Are there lounges at PVR?

    There are three lounges located in Terminal 1 at PVR, with access based on tickets, membership, and airline status. They include VIP Lounge Puerto Vallarta Arrivals, VIP Lounge Puerto Vallarta International, and VIP Lounge.

Your guide to booking Austin to Puerto Vallarta flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $545, about $113 less than Thursday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Austin to Puerto Vallarta trip for November. Fares historically average $504 round-trip in that month - typically $124 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $442 round-trip on this route - about $167 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Express Puerto Vallarta By IHG
    • Flamingo Vallarta Hotel & Marina
    • Meliá Puerto Vallarta
  • Mothers flying to Puerto Vallarta via Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) should know that the airport features two nursing mothers’ rooms at their disposal. These suites are situated before and after security checkpoints. Also, in these rooms are other essential amenities including comfortable chairs, electrical outlets, and sinks.
  • There are two terminals at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport which are not linked to each other. The main terminal is the Barbara Jordan Terminal, which serves both domestic and international flights. The other terminal, the South Terminal is reserved mainly for domestic flights run by Allegiant Air and Frontier Airlines. Movement between the terminals is via a shuttle, which departs at a 15-20min interval.
  • If you’ll be flying early in the morning from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Puerto Vallarta, it might be best if you spend a night in one of the several hotels close to this establishment. One such hotel is TX and Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin Airport, which provides complimentary shuttles to and from the airport.
  • Are you looking to grab a plate of your favorite meal before departing from AUS to Puerto Vallarta? You’ll be glad to note that there are multiple eateries at this airport. If you’re a member of either United Club or The American Airlines Admirals Club, head to the West Terminal where you’ll find the Salt Lick BBQ restaurant, neat Gate 21. The restaurant adjacent to Gate 1 serves The Delta Sky Club members.
  • Do you plan to leave your car behind as you leave Austin for Puerto Vallarta? Remember that the property provides convenient on-site parking options for your selection. A few steps from Barbara Jordan Terminal are two parking lots at your disposal. Plan and book in advance online to get cheaper tickets.

Prefer to fly direct from Austin to Puerto Vallarta?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Austin Bergstrom to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

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Direct returns

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz to Austin Bergstrom

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