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

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Van Nuys to Puerto Vallarta
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,236 mi 2h 28m nonstop +1h ahead 25 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between VNY and PVR, connecting options are available through 25 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VNY to PVR.
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One-Stop Connections
25
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~12h
Longest
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Two-Stop Connections
259
Candidates
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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.

Other ways to reach Puerto Vallarta from Van Nuys

Nearby airports with service to Puerto Vallarta International Airport.
Metric VNY→PVR LAX→PVR SNA→PVR
Distance from VNY 19 mi 51 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 6 2
Weekly flights 1 45 7
Flight time 2h 28m 2h 57m 2h 45m
Airports within 200 miles of VNY with service to Puerto Vallarta International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Van Nuys, it's 7:00 PM in Puerto Vallarta.
Distance & Flight Time
1,236 mi / 1,988 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 28m.
Visa & Entry

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.

VNY–PVR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Van Nuys to Puerto Vallarta route.
Route details
Distance1,236 mi / 1,988 km
Flight time2h 28m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections25 hubs
Origin: VNY
IATA / ICAOVNY / KVNY
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation802 ft / 244 m
Destination: PVR
IATA / ICAOPVR / MMPR
TimezoneAmerica/Bahia_Banderas
Passengers/yr6.8M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about VNY to PVR flights.
Nonstop flights from Van Nuys Airport to Puerto Vallarta International Airport take approximately 2h 28m. The route covers 1,236 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from VNY to PVR.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PSP, SAN, SCF, PHX, LAS, SJC, OAK, SMF, DAL, SLC, APA, SFO, RNO, BFI, HOU, BNA, YYC, MSP, FLL, YLW, RSW, IAD, YYZ, EWR and BOS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Puerto Vallarta is 1 hour ahead of Van Nuys.
Nearby alternatives include LAX and SNA. 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 VNY to PVR

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

VNY to PVR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from VNY to PVR ranges from 2 hours 28 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,236 miles (1,988 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via PSP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Los Angeles (LAX) and Santa Ana (SNA).