Flying from Merida Airport (MID) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Merida and Puerto Vallarta are both in the UTC-6 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Your MID to PVR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Merida Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MID and PVR include:
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Guadalajara Airport
Felipe Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Merida Airport (MID) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
RM252 is the best price for a one-way Merida Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight. Return flights start at RM533. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MID to PVR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Merida Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MID to PVR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Merida Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Merida Airport (MID)
80% of flights leaving Merida Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from MID.
Merida Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Merida. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MID. Whether you're catching an early flight from Merida Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
If you're coming in on a late Merida Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near PVR:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Puerto Vallarta Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Puerto Vallarta and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Puerto Vallarta Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Puerto Vallarta. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Merida Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport is September, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Puerto Vallarta based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Merida Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport for May if you want to visit Puerto Vallarta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MID to PVR sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Puerto Vallarta. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Mexico, consider León de los Aldama, about 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo are the start of reasons to visit.
