Los Angeles to Puerto Vallarta (LAX–PVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–PVR is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,219 miles in approximately 2h 57m. Beyond nonstop, 47 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines | 13 | 739, 7M9 | 3h06-3h07 | Oneworld | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 12 | 738 | 3h02-3h07 | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 7 | 739 | 3h02 | SkyTeam | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 5 | 320 | 2h57 | Star Alliance | – | |
| PD Porter Airlines Canada | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Puerto Vallarta from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→PVR | SNA→PVR | SAN→PVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 36 mi | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 37 | 7 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 57m | 2h 45m | 3h |
| Departure OTP | 46% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · PVR: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 7:00 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.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
LAX–PVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to PVR
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Porter Airlines Canada and United Airlines. With 37 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LAX to PVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to PVR ranges from 2 hours 57 minutes to 3 hours 7 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,219 miles (1,962 km). There are approximately 37 weekly flights outbound and 53 return, totaling 90 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
47 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via TIJ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santa Ana (SNA), San Diego (SAN) and Palm Springs (PSP).