Puerto Vallarta to Chicago (PVR–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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1,785 mi airlines 32/wk
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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
UA1555
UA United
320
12:00 PM
CST
5:10 PM
CDT
4h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA1309
AA American
7M8
12:38 PM
CST
6:10 PM
CDT
4h 32m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA2503
AA American
738
12:59 PM
CST T1
6:15 PM
CDT
4h 16m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA1717
UA United
320
1:00 PM
CST
6:12 PM
CDT
4h 12m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA2278
AA American
738
2:09 PM
CST T1
7:25 PM
CDT
4h 16m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA1554
UA United
320
7:20 AM
CDT T1
11:00 AM
CST
4h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA947
AA American
7M8
8:00 AM
CDT T3
11:38 AM
CST
4h 38m
M T W T F S S
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AA1676
AA American
738
8:09 AM
CDT T3
11:47 AM
CST
4h 38m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA1452
UA United
738
8:50 AM
CDT T1
12:35 PM
CST
4h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
EK6614
EK Emirates
738
8:50 AM
CDT T1
12:35 PM
CST
4h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA2051
AA American
738
11:10 AM
CDT T3
2:51 PM
CST
4h 41m
M T W T F S S
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Puerto Vallarta to Chicago
2 carriers, 32 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 32 Flights/wk 1,785 mi 4h 10m nonstop +1h ahead 44 1-stop hubs

PVR–ORD 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 10m. Beyond nonstop, 44 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PVR–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AA American Airlines 20 738, 7M8 4h16-4h32 Oneworld
UA United Airlines 12 320 4h10-4h12 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – UA
738 Boeing 737-800 – AA
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – AA
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AA (20 flights/wk, 63%)
Star Alliance: UA (12 flights/wk, 38%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, PVR to ORD direction.
Mon
5
flights
Tue
3
flights
Wed
4
flights
Thu
5
flights
Fri
5
flights
Sat
5
flights
Sun
5
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
5
Nonstop flights
32
Outbound / wk
35
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PVR to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
44
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,485
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
PVR → ORD
83%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
83%
Return
ORD → PVR
51%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
51%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →

Other ways to reach Chicago from Puerto Vallarta

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric PVR→ORD GDL→ORD
Distance from PVR 126 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 5
Weekly flights 32 37
Flight time 4h 10m 3h 15m
Airports within 200 miles of PVR with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Puerto Vallarta.
PVR: CST · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Puerto Vallarta, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
1,785 mi / 2,873 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 10m to 4h 32m.
Visa & Entry

Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.

For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.

Getting from ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.

Chicago Climate

Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.

Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.

PVR–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Puerto Vallarta to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance1,785 mi / 2,873 km
Flight time4h 10m to 4h 32m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights32 out / 35 return
1-stop connections44 hubs
Origin: PVR
IATA / ICAOPVR / MMPR
TimezoneAmerica/Bahia_Banderas
Passengers/yr6.8M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVR to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 4h 10m to 4h 32m. The route covers 1,785 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines and United Airlines.
There are approximately 32 nonstop flights per week from PVR to ORD. The return direction has about 35 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CXO, IND, MKE, BJX, BHM, YHM, ABQ, TEB, MLB, FLL, MIA, YLW, QRO, MLM, MEX, YWG, GDL, DFW, IAH, MSP, DTW, DEN, STL, LAX, SJC, MTY, YYZ, PHX, ATL, SFO, SEA, LAS, SAN, YUL, JFK, PDX, YVR, EWR, YYC, YQB, AUS, SLC, YOW and SNA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Puerto Vallarta.
Yes, return flights from ORD to PVR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include GDL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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 PVR to ORD

Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 32 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.

PVR to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PVR to ORD ranges from 4 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 32 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,785 miles (2,873 km). There are approximately 32 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 67 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

44 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via CXO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Guadalajara (GDL).