Detroit to Puerto Vallarta (DTW–PVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Detroit to Puerto Vallarta
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 1,958 mi 5h 15m nonstop -2h behind 43 1-stop hubs

DTW–PVR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 1,958 miles in approximately 5h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 43 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop DTW–PVR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
DL Delta Air Lines Also: AM 0 – – 90% SkyTeam AM
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: DL (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DTW to PVR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
43
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,410
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Puerto Vallarta is 2 hours behind Detroit.
DTW: EDT · PVR: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 4:00 PM in Puerto Vallarta.
Distance & Flight Time
1,958 mi / 3,151 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 15m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to DTW

There is no rail link to DTW; the airport is 18 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. SMART bus Route 261 provides a slow connection ($2), but ride-share or car is standard for most travelers. Ride-shares from downtown cost $30–45.Driving is the primary mode: I-94 and I-275 are the main expressways. Economy parking is well-organized with frequent shuttles. For Windsor, Ontario arrivals, the airport connects via I-75 and the Ambassador Bridge or DRIC tunnel.

Facts

DTW–PVR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Detroit to Puerto Vallarta route.
Route details
Distance1,958 mi / 3,151 km
Flight time5h 15m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections43 hubs
Origin: DTW
Full nameDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
IATA / ICAODTW / KDTW
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Passengers/yr32.2M
Elevation645 ft / 197 m
Destination: PVR
Full namePuerto Vallarta International Airport
IATA / ICAOPVR / MMPR
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr6.8M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DTW to PVR flights.
Nonstop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Puerto Vallarta International Airport take approximately 5h 15m. The route covers 1,958 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Delta Air Lines. Plus 1 codeshare partner.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TVC, DAL, BNA, SAT, MKE, STL, MLB, BHM, MSP, IAD, RSW, FLL, PBI, VNY, LAS, HPN, MIA, SCF, YUL, BOS, SJC, JFK, MTY, AUS, DFW, YYC, PHX, PDX, IAH, ATL, SLC, LAX, DEN, EWR, SAN, SMF, ORD, SFO, YYZ, MEX, SEA, QRO and SNA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Puerto Vallarta is 2 hours behind Detroit.
Yes, return flights from PVR to DTW are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DTW to PVR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines.

DTW to PVR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DTW to PVR ranges from 5 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,958 miles (3,151 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

43 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via TVC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.