Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Puerto Vallarta's timezone is UTC-6, making Puerto Vallarta 17 hours behind Sydney.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SYD to PVR flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between SYD and PVR:
San Francisco International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
₹ 67,969 is the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 106,429. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to PVR if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the flights that depart from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PVR instead:
Pick up a Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport rental car and discover Puerto Vallarta and beyond with your own set of wheels. America, MEX and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
From Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, Puerto Vallarta is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Puerto Vallarta based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Puerto Vallarta is May, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SYD to PVR sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Puerto Vallarta. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
León de los Aldama is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. No trip is complete without visiting ANP Cañada Arroyo Hondo, Espacio de autogestión La Marquesa and LA CASA DE LAS PERRITAS.