Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 45 minutes.
Puerto Vallarta's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Chicago.
Flights from ORD to PVR start from 07:19 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last departure is at 10:15 with American Airlines. Overall, there are ten weekly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your ORD to PVR flight, 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 travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Puerto Vallarta (and then discovering more of Mexico!) is a breeze with American Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport.
American Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering ORD to PVR flights is United. Its services land as scheduled 77.78% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ORD and PVR:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Guadalajara Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight is Rs26,066. A round-trip fare is currently Rs79,821. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from ORD to PVR, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from ORD to PVR is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
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Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights complete their journey on time.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near ORD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
If you're arriving on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near PVR:
Travel at your own pace with a Puerto Vallarta Airport rental car. Book your wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and venture far and wide through Puerto Vallarta and beyond.
Booking your ride from Puerto Vallarta Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
From Puerto Vallarta Airport, Puerto Vallarta is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Puerto Vallarta. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in September.
When reserving your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Puerto Vallarta, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to PVR in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Puerto Vallarta. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Mexico, consider León de los Aldama, about 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo are the start of reasons to visit.
