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 32m nonstop +1h ahead 44 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between VNY and PVR, connecting options are available through 44 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VNY to PVR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
44
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~13h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
211
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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Alternatives

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 10 4
Weekly flights 1 53 6
Flight time 2h 32m 3h 2h 29m
Los Angeles (LAX) to Puerto Vallarta flights · Santa Ana (SNA) to Puerto Vallarta flights · Santa Barbara (SBA) to Puerto Vallarta flights
Airports within 200 miles of VNY with service to Puerto Vallarta International Airport.
Know before you go

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 32m.
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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

VNY–PVR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Van Nuys to Puerto Vallarta route.
Route details
Distance1,236 mi / 1,988 km
Flight time2h 32m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections44 hubs
Origin: VNY
Full nameVan Nuys Airport
IATA / ICAOVNY / KVNY
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation802 ft / 244 m
Destination: PVR
Full namePuerto Vallarta International Airport
IATA / ICAOPVR / MMPR
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr6.8M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about VNY to PVR flights.
Nonstop flights from Van Nuys Airport to Puerto Vallarta International Airport take approximately 2h 32m. The route covers 1,236 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from VNY to PVR. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TUS, PSP, LAS, SAN, SMF, SCF, SJC, TLC, APA, DAL, OAK, HOU, AUS, PHX, SLC, IAH, SFO, BFI, SEA, PDX, DFW, BNA, PWK, YVR, MSP, STL, YYC, MKE, PBI, FLL, OPF, MIA, YLW, RSW, ATL, ORD, IAD, YYZ, YHM, HPN, EWR, YUL, JFK and BOS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Puerto Vallarta is 1 hour ahead of Van Nuys.
Yes, return flights from PVR to VNY are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include LAX, SNA and SBA. 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 32 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

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