Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) jetting off from here.
Puerto Vallarta is 2 hours behind Fort Lauderdale. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is located in Puerto Vallarta, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Fort Lauderdale to PVR.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to PVR that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FLL and PVR include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL is around 8 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
About Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PVR if you're catching a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
From Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, Puerto Vallarta is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 22 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
For a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, Rs52,448 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just Rs115,086. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to PVR, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices drop. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to PVR.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Fort Lauderdale to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. July is the busiest month for a trip to Puerto Vallarta. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Fort Lauderdale to PVR for May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Puerto Vallarta to range from 18ºC to 34ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport in February when temperatures average between 14ºC and 30ºC.
More about Puerto Vallarta
Start your Puerto Vallarta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to experience Puerto Vallarta is to check out its top attractions. Some highlights include Malecon Boardwalk, Isla Cuale and Islas Marietas Bahia Alegre.
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