Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta flights
Puerto Vallarta lies 196 km (122 mi) west of Guadalajara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Guadalajara | Puerto Vallarta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Population | 1.4 million | 224,166 |
| Elevation | 1,546 m (5,072 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) |
| Nearest large airport | GDL, 18 km out | PVR, 7 km out |
| Postal codes | 21573–99363 | 42900 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Guadalajara
Guadalajara is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Guadalajara International Airport (GDL), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 10,171-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Amado Nervo National Airport (TPQ, 98 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puerto Vallarta International Airport | PVR | 7 km (4 mi) | 10,171 ft | 23 ft |
| Amado Nervo National Airport (regional) | TPQ | 98 km (61 mi) | 10,171 ft | 3,020 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Puerto Vallarta from Guadalajara?
196 km (122 mi) in a straight line, west of Guadalajara.
How long does it take to get from Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta by air?
About 1 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta?
No, both are on America/Mexico_City at the moment.
Which airports are used for Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta flights?
Typically Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR); Puerto Vallarta also has TPQ.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.