Travelling from Hartford Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR): what you need to know
The timezone in Puerto Vallarta is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Hartford.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your BDL to PVR flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hartford Bradley International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BDL and PVR:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hartford Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
Right now, $495 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hartford Bradley International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $958. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from BDL to PVR, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Hartford Bradley International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BDL to PVR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hartford Bradley International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Hartford Bradley International Airport (BDL)
You'll find BDL at Schoephoester Road.
Of all flights departing from Hartford Bradley International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Hartford to Hartford Bradley International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Hartford Bradley International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BDL:
Arriving at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Hartford Bradley International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVR instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Puerto Vallarta Airport rental car. Book your wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and discover more of Puerto Vallarta and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Puerto Vallarta Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
From Puerto Vallarta Airport, Puerto Vallarta is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Hartford Bradley International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Puerto Vallarta. If you like a quieter vibe, go in September.
The warmest month in Puerto Vallarta is May, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Hartford Bradley International Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BDL to PVR sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Puerto Vallarta has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, a trip to Guadalajara will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Mexico, head for 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 among its highlights.