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Flights from Puerto Vallarta to Cancún usually depart from Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR) and arrive at Cancun (CUN).

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

• Viva: 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.

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

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $163 round-trip via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), compared to $197 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $48–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Viva. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

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

• Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 61% of one-stop connections
• Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 18% of one-stop connections
• Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl (NLU) - 2% of one-stop connections

Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Puerto Vallarta to Cancún route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $174 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $244, a difference of $70. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Some of the most popular sights in Cancún are Playa Caracol, Playa Delfines and Playa Gaviota Azul. These are among the most viewed places in Cancún on KAYAK.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 33% above the route average of $190. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from Puerto Vallarta to Cancún takes 0h 00m, covering 1,185 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

One-way fares from Puerto Vallarta to Cancún are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $115.

Flying via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 56m, compared with 7h 15m via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) and 8h 13m via Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl (NLU).

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

Cancun Airport (CUN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
• MEXRENTACAR
• Hertz
• America Car Rental
• Budget
• Europcar

Round-trip flights from Puerto Vallarta to Cancún range from $142 to $242, with an average of $190 over the past 12 months. Anything below $142 counts as a good deal.