Chicago to Puerto Vallarta (ORD–PVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
ORD–PVR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,785 miles in approximately 4h 32m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 1 | 738 | 4h29 | Oneworld | – | |
| UA United Airlines Also: EK | 1 | 320 | 4h35 | Star Alliance | EK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Puerto Vallarta from Chicago
| Metric | ORD→PVR | MKE→PVR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ORD | – | 67 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 32m | 4h 16m |
| Departure OTP | 51% | – |
Travel Essentials
ORD: CDT · PVR: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 5:00 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.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from downtown Loop stations to O'Hare (45 min, $5). Pace buses serve suburbs. Ride-shares cost $35–55 from downtown depending on traffic; add 30+ minutes during rush hour on the Kennedy Expressway.Economy parking lots E/F connect via ATS people mover. Terminal 5 (international) is separate from Terminals 1–3; allow extra time for inter-terminal transfers.
ORD–PVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ORD to PVR
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
ORD to PVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ORD to PVR is about 4 hours 32 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,785 miles (2,873 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Guadalajara, Dallas Fort Worth and George Bush Intercontinental. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Milwaukee (MKE).