Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), also known as Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport, is on the Tepic highway next to Marina Vallarta, in the north of Puerto Vallarta. There is currently no regular nonstop flight from Puerto Vallarta to Cancun; below are the best connections, plus what to expect when you land.
Quick facts (checked October 2026)
- Codes: IATA PVR · ICAO MMPR
- Location: on the Tepic highway next to Marina Vallarta, in the north of Puerto Vallarta
- Terminals: 1 terminal with a domestic concourse (A) and an international satellite (B); a new Terminal 2 is being built
- Traffic: about 6.9 million passengers (2025)
- Official website: www.aeropuertosgap.com.mx/en/puerto-vallarta-3
- Distance to Cancun: 1,909 km (1,186 miles) in a straight line
- Nonstop to Cancun: No – one stop needed
- Time difference: Cancun is 1 hour ahead of Puerto Vallarta all year
Flights from Puerto Vallarta to Cancun
There is no true nonstop flight from Puerto Vallarta to Cancun. Viva Aerobus sells a direct flight that stops in Guadalajara without changing planes (about 4 h 25 min); otherwise connect via Guadalajara, Mexico City or Monterrey with Volaris, Viva Aerobus or Aeroméxico – about 4.5–7 hours in total.
Whichever route you choose, check which terminal you will arrive at in Cancun on your boarding pass (Cancun Airport terminals).
Arriving at Cancun Airport
Flights from Puerto Vallarta are domestic, so there is no immigration or customs check in Cancun – you collect your bags and are usually outside within 15–30 minutes. On the way out you pass the “shark tank” of timeshare sellers – if you have booked a transfer, go straight outside to meet your driver. See Cancun Airport arrivals for what to expect step by step, and check your flight on the live arrivals board.
| From Cancun Airport to | Drive time | Private transfer from |
|---|---|---|
| Cancun Hotel Zone | 20–30 min | 44 USD per vehicle |
| Playa del Carmen | 45–60 min | 89 USD per vehicle |
| Tulum | about 1 h 45 min | 165 USD per vehicle |
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About Puerto Vallarta International Airport (Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport)
Run by Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP), Puerto Vallarta’s airport is one of Mexico’s busiest leisure airports, with many seasonal flights from the US and Canada.
Puerto Vallarta to Cancun – FAQ
Is there a direct flight from Puerto Vallarta to Cancun?
No. Viva Aerobus sells a direct flight that stops in Guadalajara on the same plane (about 4 h 25 min); other options need a change of plane.
How long is the flight from Puerto Vallarta to Cancun?
With one connection, plan on the total travel time given above.
How far is Puerto Vallarta from Cancun?
About 1,909 km (1,186 miles) in a straight line.
How do I get from Cancun Airport to my hotel?
A private transfer is the easiest option: from 44 USD to the Hotel Zone, 89 USD to Playa del Carmen and 165 USD to Tulum per vehicle. See Cancun Airport transportation.