Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Puerto Vallarta's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Puerto Vallarta six hours behind London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your LHR to PVR flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and PVR:
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How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
$727 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,541. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from LHR to PVR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
78% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
Consider staying in a hotel near PVR if you're on a late London Heathrow Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Puerto Vallarta Airport rental car. Book your wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and see more of Puerto Vallarta and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Puerto Vallarta Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta Airport to the centre of Puerto Vallarta has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Puerto Vallarta. If you like a more low-key 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 London Heathrow Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to PVR in February. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Guadalajara to check off its must-visit sights. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta, León de los Aldama is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo.