Flying from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Chicago. Check out your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when booking your flight from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR).
Around 4 hours 40 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight.
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is located in Puerto Vallarta. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Chicago.
You can pick from 8 direct services each week between O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR). This is the most popular route, with United Airlines offering a 7:19am departure from ORD to PVR.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to PVR, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Fly without interruptions from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) are available from here.
United Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport jetting out of ORD.
United Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from ORD to PVR.
United Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 81.25% of its services landing as scheduled.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to PVR leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Chicago Midway International Airport and PVR:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to PVR flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
You can book a flight ticket from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) out of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) with a stopover. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a busy connecting point.
RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight:
Flights departing from RFD arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 76.19% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near PVR instead:
Get on the fast track to 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.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Puerto Vallarta. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes around 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Currently, Rs24,885 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs72,015. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from Chicago to PVR by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for November. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. May is the quietest month to go to Puerto Vallarta. July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Puerto Vallarta is May, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Chicago to PVR flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February sees temperatures of between 14ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Puerto Vallarta
Start your Puerto Vallarta trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your Puerto Vallarta trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions worth exploring include Welcome to Puerto Vallarta, Malecón Puerto Vallarta and Vallarta Eats Food Tours.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Guadalajara to check off its top attractions. From Catedral to Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, Zapopan is another essential stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Basilica de Zapopan and Exposición Temporal De Tukankamon.
