Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): what you need to know
San Jose and Puerto Vallarta share the same timezone, UTC-6.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your SJO to PVR flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SJO and PVR:
Benito Juarez International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
R 3,426 is currently the best price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 6,974. These prices may change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SJO to PVR, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Of the departures from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% arrive on time at their destination.
Central San Jose to Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to SJO:
Arriving at Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Consider booking a hotel near PVR if you have a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Puerto Vallarta and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to the centre of Puerto Vallarta has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
March is the busiest month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Puerto Vallarta in May.
When reserving your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Puerto Vallarta, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to PVR in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Guadalajara to tick off its leading sights. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another corner of Mexico, head for León de los Aldama, about 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. ANP Cañada Arroyo Hondo, Espacio de autogestión La Marquesa and LA CASA DE LAS PERRITAS are key reasons to visit.
