Travelling from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR): what you need to know
Puerto Vallarta's timezone is UTC-6, making Puerto Vallarta one hour ahead of Rapid City.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RAP to PVR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rapid City Regional Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport. These are the top stopovers between RAP and PVR:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rapid City Regional Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight is $402. A return fare right now is $879. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RAP to PVR, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Rapid City Regional Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from RAP to PVR is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Rapid City Regional Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport.
Handy information about Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
RAP is located at 4550 Terminal Road, Suite 102.
80% of flights departing from Rapid City Regional Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from RAP.
Rapid City Regional Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Rapid City. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Need a place to stay before your flight from Rapid City Regional Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport? Check out La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark. Catch some z's here before making your way to RAP.
Arriving at Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PVR if you're taking a late Rapid City Regional Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Puerto Vallarta Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and experience more of Puerto Vallarta and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Puerto Vallarta Airport about three weeks ahead.
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.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Rapid City Regional Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport is September, while April is the busiest. 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 (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Rapid City Regional Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from RAP to PVR in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered 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.
León de los Aldama is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. No trip is complete without seeing Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo.
