Travelling from London to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to start your journey from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other major bases.
The timezone in Puerto Vallarta is UTC-6, which is six hours behind London. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is located in Puerto Vallarta.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to PVR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from London to PVR that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between LHR and PVR include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can arrive at LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to PVR flight:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive on schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how often flights from this airport arrive as planned.
About Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PVR:
Grab a Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport rental car and explore Puerto Vallarta and beyond with your own wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your London to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight.
Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
The centre of Puerto Vallarta is roughly 5 kilometres from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
At the moment, Rs111,704 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs209,446. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from London to PVR, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from London to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
July is the busiest month for flights from London to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR). Plan your visit to Puerto Vallarta in May if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Puerto Vallarta is May, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 34ºC. Book your London to PVR flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport in February when temperatures are between 14ºC and 30ºC.
More about Puerto Vallarta
After booking your flight from London to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Puerto Vallarta:
Welcome to Puerto Vallarta and Malecón Puerto Vallarta are a couple of top attractions to add to your Puerto Vallarta travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Vallarta Eats Food Tours.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Travel around 193 kilometres east to Guadalajara to check off its must-visit sights. From Catedral to Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Mexico, head for Zapopan, about 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Basilica de Zapopan and Exposición Temporal De Tukankamon are the start of reasons to visit.