New York to Puerto Vallarta (JFK–PVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–PVR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,303 miles in approximately 6h 18m. Beyond nonstop, 36 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines | 7 | 73J | 6h18 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Puerto Vallarta from New York
| Metric | JFK→PVR | EWR→PVR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 1 |
| Flight time | 6h 18m | 5h 59m |
| Departure OTP | 67% | – |
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) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
JFK to PVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to PVR ranges from 6 hours 18 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,303 miles (3,707 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via DAL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).