Puerto Vallarta to Van Nuys (PVR–VNY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Puerto Vallarta to Van Nuys
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,236 mi 2h 50m nonstop -1h behind 36 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PVR and VNY, connecting options are available through 36 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PVR to VNY.
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One-Stop Connections
36
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~13h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
233
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Other ways to reach Van Nuys from Puerto Vallarta

Nearby airports with service to Van Nuys Airport.
Metric PVR→VNY ZLO→VNY
Distance from PVR 115 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1
Flight time 2h 50m 3h 24m
Airports within 200 miles of PVR with service to Van Nuys Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Van Nuys is 1 hour behind Puerto Vallarta.
PVR: CST · VNY: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Puerto Vallarta, it's 5:00 PM in Van Nuys.
Distance & Flight Time
1,236 mi / 1,988 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 50m.
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.

PVR–VNY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Puerto Vallarta to Van Nuys route.
Route details
Distance1,236 mi / 1,988 km
Flight time2h 50m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections36 hubs
Origin: PVR
IATA / ICAOPVR / MMPR
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr6.8M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m
Destination: VNY
IATA / ICAOVNY / KVNY
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation802 ft / 244 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVR to VNY flights.
Nonstop flights from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to Van Nuys Airport take approximately 2h 50m. The route covers 1,236 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from PVR to VNY. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SAN, SDM, LAS, PHX, LAX, TUS, DAL, SMF, SJC, OAK, SFO, SLC, AUS, CXO, IAH, HOU, DEN, YLW, PDX, DFW, MSP, IND, STL, YVR, SEA, TPA, MKE, ORD, DTW, FLL, YYZ, TEB, MIA, YUL, YQB and JFK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Van Nuys is 1 hour behind Puerto Vallarta.
Yes, return flights from VNY to PVR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ZLO. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PVR to VNY

Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PVR to VNY Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PVR to VNY ranges from 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,236 miles (1,988 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SAN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manzanillo (ZLO).