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

• Earliest: departs at 8:40 am and lands at 11:28 am
• Latest: departs at 5:52 pm and lands at 8:40 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 48m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Tijuana to Puerto Vallarta:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class

A nonstop flight from Tijuana to Puerto Vallarta takes 2h 48m, covering 1,091 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.

Round-trip flights from Tijuana to Puerto Vallarta range from $152 to $284, with an average of $208 over the past 12 months. Anything below $152 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the $208 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $160 round-trip via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), compared to $210 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$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 and Volaris. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Tijuana 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%.

One-way fares from Tijuana to Puerto Vallarta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $92, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Tijuana to Puerto Vallarta usually depart from Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ) and arrive at Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Tijuana to Puerto Vallarta route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 23m.

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

• Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 84% of one-stop connections
• Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Tijuana to Puerto Vallarta. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $184 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $237, a difference of $53.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

2 airlines operate flights between Tijuana and Puerto Vallarta. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Volaris
• Viva

Flying via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 38m, compared with 9h 47m via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) and 12h 21m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

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

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.

Among airlines operating Tijuana to Puerto Vallarta flights:

• Viva: offers free seat selection

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

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

• Viva: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Volaris: a checked bag in Economy Class class

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

Yes, TIJ serves as a hub for Volaris. The airline operates flights between Mexican cities such as Tijuana and Puerto Vallarta and between cities in the United States and Mexico. TAR Aerolineas is a regional airline in Mexico.

At PVR, taxis, rental vehicles and other ground transportation services are available, with providers located in the terminal building's arrivals area. Resorts may also offer complimentary transportation for guests. To reach central Puerto Vallarta, cabs are a convenient option for tourists.

A Volaris-hosted shuttle schedule lists a shuttle from the Amtrak Station at 1050 Kettner Blvd. in downtown San Diego to Tijuana Airport. Travelers can cross from the U.S. side of Tijuana International Airport to the Mexican side of the airport using the Cross Border Xpress (CBX) Bridge.

Yes. Uber is usually available in Tijuana for rides to TIJ. Bus operators and 24-hour ground transportation providers, including taxigap.com, can also be found at the airport.

Yes, PVR has a currency exchange operated by Globo Cambio in the international arrivals baggage claim area inside the terminal building. A Yvesam tax refund service station is also inside the PVR building and is accessible from 9 am to 5 pm.

Yes, Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) has many ATMs from financial institutions including Scotiabank, BBVA Bancomer, Banorte and HSBC. Scotiabank, BBVA Bancomer and Banorte ATMs are inside the terminal building in the arrivals concourse, along with one other ATM.

Yes, timeshare services are located inside the terminal building in the arrivals area, past international baggage claim.

Special assistance is available at TIJ for departing passengers through security and to the gate. GAP BLUE is a complimentary service that provides personalized support at TIJ. The airport also has accessible facilities and additional assistance for travelers with concealed disabilities. PVR also offers accessible services for arriving passengers, including adapted restrooms. Volaris provides a wheelchair on arrival at PVR for eligible passengers.

Yes. Travelers waiting for a flight to Puerto Vallarta can use the VIP Lounge, located airside in Terminal 1 at TIJ. This accessible lounge offers air conditioning, television and Wi-Fi.