Puerto Vallarta to Seattle (PVR–SEA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PVR–SEA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 2,081 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 45 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines | 4 | 739 | 5h13 | – | Oneworld | – |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AM | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | AM |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seattle from Puerto Vallarta
| Metric | PVR→SEA | GDL→SEA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVR | – | 126 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 20 |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 5h 14m |
Travel Essentials
PVR: CST · SEA: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Puerto Vallarta, it's 5:00 PM in Seattle.
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.
Link Light Rail from the airport station (inside the terminal) to downtown Seattle takes 38 minutes ($3.50). No transfers needed; trains run 5am to 1am daily.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown cost $35–55. For Bellevue and Eastside destinations (across Lake Washington), ride-share is faster than Link. Car rentals are in the consolidated rental facility; take the free shuttle from baggage claim. Sound Transit buses serve Tacoma, Renton, and Federal Way.
Marine west coast climate. Winters are mild but persistently grey and rainy (3–9°C). Snow is rare at sea level but can occur December through February, causing significant disruptions when it does. The airport sits between Seattle and Tacoma in an area that receives more fog and low cloud than downtown Seattle.
Summers are famously pleasant (18–25°C) with low humidity and mostly clear skies, one of the best flying climates in the US from June through September. The wettest months are November through January.
PVR–SEA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVR to SEA
Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) and Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PVR to SEA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVR to SEA ranges from 4 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 13 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,081 miles (3,349 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 19 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
45 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via VNY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Guadalajara (GDL).