New York to Puerto Vallarta (JFK–PVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: Apr 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
JFK–PVR had nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, last on the schedule in April 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 2,303 miles in 6h 13m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines Also: HA, QR | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | HA, QR |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Puerto Vallarta from New York
| Metric | JFK→PVR | EWR→PVR | HPN→PVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 6h 13m | 5h 37m | 5h 21m |
| Departure OTP | 31% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · PVR: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 4:00 PM in Puerto Vallarta.
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.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
JFK–PVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to PVR
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) had nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, last on the schedule in April 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
JFK to PVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to PVR is about 6 hours 13 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,303 miles (3,707 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta, George Bush Intercontinental and Monterrey. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR) and White Plains (HPN).