Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): what you need to know
The timezone in Puerto Vallarta is UTC-6, which is 17 hours behind Melbourne.
Your MEL to PVR flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Many passengers pass through Los Angeles International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
Currently, Rs165,432 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs282,790. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to PVR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport.
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Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
If you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near PVR:
Hit the road running by picking up a Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and explore beyond Puerto Vallarta's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
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 around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is May, while March is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Puerto Vallarta based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Puerto Vallarta, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to PVR in February. Average temperatures are between 14ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Puerto Vallarta. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
León de los Aldama is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. No trip is complete without seeing ANP Cañada Arroyo Hondo, Espacio de autogestión La Marquesa and LA CASA DE LAS PERRITAS.
