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Cheapest round-trip
$485
Typical prices: $551-$757
Air Canada
Sun 11/25Thu 11/29
DEN - PVR • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$523
Typical prices: $559-$762
Southwest
Thu 11/15Thu 11/22
DEN - PVR • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Southwest. Average duration is 3h 21m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 5% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $330 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Denver to Puerto Vallarta (DEN-PVR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Denver to Puerto Vallarta

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
Air Canada Logo
7:00 pm - 4:10 pmDEN  Denver Intl-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
20h 10m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:10 pm - 12:38 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-DEN Denver Intl
20h 28m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$485Air Canada
Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 8
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5:40 pm - 12:55 pmDEN  Denver Intl-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
19h 15m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:10 pm - 12:38 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-DEN Denver Intl
20h 28m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$493Air Canada
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 12:18 pmDEN  Denver Intl-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
6h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:18 pm - 7:38 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-DEN Denver Intl
6h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$508American Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 16
United Airlines Logo
9:40 am - 12:53 pmDEN  Denver Intl-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
3h 13mnonstop
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3:25 pm - 10:29 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-DEN Denver Intl
7h 04m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$509United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
Volaris Logo
1:53 pm - 11:36 amDEN  Denver Intl-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
21h 43m3 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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2:55 pm - 12:19 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-DEN Denver Intl
21h 24m2 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Mexico City Benito Juarez
$509Volaris
Sat, Jan 9 - Thu, Jan 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 12:50 pmDEN  Denver Intl-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
22h 05m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:56 pm - 9:09 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-DEN Denver Intl
29h 13m1 stop Portland
$510Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 3:46 pmDEN  Denver Intl-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
25h 01m1 stop San Diego
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4:56 pm - 2:07 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-DEN Denver Intl
22h 11m1 stop Portland
$510Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
Volaris Logo
1:53 pm - 1:17 pmDEN  Denver Intl-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
23h 24m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Tijuana Rodriguez
Volaris Logo
2:55 pm - 11:46 amPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-DEN Denver Intl
20h 51m2 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Mexico City Benito Juarez
$511Volaris
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
4:51 pm - 2:50 pmDEN  Denver Intl-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
21h 59m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:29 am - 11:58 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-DEN Denver Intl
12h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$512American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
United Airlines Logo
7:52 am - 12:19 pmDEN  Denver Intl-PVR Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
3h 27mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
3:17 pm - 5:47 pmPVR  Puerto Vallarta Ordaz-DEN Denver Intl
3h 30mnonstop
$523United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Denver to Puerto Vallarta flights

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

Round-trip flights from Denver to Puerto Vallarta start at $485. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $551 to $757. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $485 on Air Canada.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Denver to Puerto Vallarta, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Denver to Puerto Vallarta?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Denver to Puerto Vallarta at $606 round-trip.
  • December ($707) and November ($684) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 16% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Denver to Puerto Vallarta the cheapest?

Flights from Denver to Puerto Vallarta are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Denver to Puerto Vallarta

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and Frontier

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on DEN

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.

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.

Key details for Denver to Puerto Vallarta flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$106
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Denver to Puerto Vallarta

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Your Denver to Puerto Vallarta flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Where can I exchange currency at Denver International Airport?

    While a few businesses in Puerto Vallarta will accept US Dollars, most establishments would rather deal with the local currency. Therefore, you should ensure that you exchange a few US Dollars for Mexican Pesos before boarding your flight to Puerto Vallarta. World Wide Money Exchange has multiple exchange shops around the airport where you can get this service. One is located on level 5 of the Jeppesen Terminal, while two others are in the center core of the A and B gates.

  • Do I need a visa to fly from Denver to Puerto Vallarta?

    US citizens are not required to apply for a visa to be allowed entry into Mexico. However, your passport is still a mandatory requirement. It needs at least six months of validity after your planned trip, as well as blank pages for the immigration officials to put their stamps.

  • Is long-term parking available at Denver International Airport?

    Denver International Airport has countless parking lots around the compound. However, only three parking lots are specially dedicated for long-term parking. They include the Pikes Peak Lot, Mt Elbert Lot and the Economy Lot. While they are a little further from the main terminal compared to other parking lots, they offer the lowest daily rates and therefore are the most ideal for anyone looking to leave their car at the airport.

  • How do you get from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to the city center?

    The city center is only about 3 miles away from PVR Airport. As a result, there are multiple ways through which you can get to the city, including airport shuttle, rental cars, taxis or the bus. Due to their huge costs, the airport shuttle and taxi are only ideal if you have a lot of luggage and need to go to a particular place in the city, such as your hotel. You can rent a car if you want to drive yourself to various spots around the city with convenience. However, if you’re looking for a cheap option to get you to the heart of the city, then you should take the bus.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Denver to Puerto Vallarta flights?

    Among airlines operating Denver to Puerto Vallarta flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Denver to Puerto Vallarta?

    2 airlines operate flights between Denver and Puerto Vallarta. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • United Airlines
    • Southwest

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

    Flights from Denver to Puerto Vallarta usually depart from Denver Intl (DEN) and arrive at Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Denver to Puerto Vallarta flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Denver to Puerto Vallarta:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $330 round-trip via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY), compared to $642 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Denver to Puerto Vallarta?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Denver to Puerto Vallarta?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Denver to Puerto Vallarta route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $574 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $678, a difference of $104. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Denver to Puerto Vallarta spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Denver to Puerto Vallarta flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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 Marina Vallarta. These are among the most viewed places in Puerto Vallarta on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Denver to Puerto Vallarta takes 3h 21m, covering 1,325 miles.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:52 am and lands at 11:13 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:50 am and lands at 2:11 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 21m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 20% above the route average of $638. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Denver 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.

  • Have flight prices from Denver 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 $493 to $2,174. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Denver to Puerto Vallarta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $175, which is 43% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 15m, compared with 6h 41m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 52m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • 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

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

    Round-trip flights from Denver to Puerto Vallarta range from $551 to $757, with an average of $638 over the past 12 months. Anything below $551 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Denver to Puerto Vallarta flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Denver to Puerto Vallarta route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Denver to Puerto Vallarta flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $574 - about $104 less than Thursday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Denver to Puerto Vallarta trip for April. Fares historically average $606 round-trip in that month - typically $101 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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 $330 round-trip on this route - about $312 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.
    - The Westin Playa Vallarta, An All-Inclu
    - Meliá Puerto Vallarta
    - Holiday Inn Express Puerto Vallarta By IHG
  • Denver International Airport (DEN) is a major hub for United Airlines. For that reason, you should consider booking your flight with them since they offer more flight options than any other airline, and there is a good chance you will get lower prices.
  • If you’re in a rush and need to get to Denver Airport as quickly as possible, take a taxi instead of public transport. It might be more costly, but you're guaranteed to arrive at the airport in about 30min while the bus takes over an hour.
  • Book your flight with Delta, United or American Airlines to enjoy the amazing lounges at Denver International Airport. They each have a lounge at the airport where you can hang out while waiting to board your flight.
  • You can stay at The Westin Denver International Airport when flying out of Denver International Airport. It is the only hotel located inside the airport.
  • If you’re flying with your pet, please ensure they are well restrained in an animal carrier. Security could bar you from passing the checkpoints if your carrier is not according to standards.

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

Direct departures

Denver Intl to Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Monday

United Airlines

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Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Direct returns

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz to Denver Intl

Monday

United Airlines

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Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

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