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Portland to Puerto Vallarta: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Portland to Puerto Vallarta below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Puerto Vallarta.

Portland to Puerto Vallarta: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$482
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time4 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineHawaiian Airlines
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Portland to Puerto Vallarta is C$482. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Portland to Puerto Vallarta.
Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Portland to Puerto Vallarta.
There are 11 flights per week flying from Portland to Puerto Vallarta, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Portland to Puerto Vallarta is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Portland Airport to Puerto Vallarta Airport on Monday, September 1, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 29 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Puerto Vallarta but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Puerto Vallarta is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United and Alaska Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Puerto Vallarta.

Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Portland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is 4 hours 20 minutes.

  • Puerto Vallarta's timezone is UTC-6, making Puerto Vallarta one hour ahead of Portland.

  • You can choose from three weekly Portland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Alaska Airlines is the earliest flight available. Alaska Airlines operates the last service of the day at 12:28.

  • 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 catch your PDX to PVR flight.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Alaska Airlines is your ticket to exploring Puerto Vallarta (and perhaps some other great parts of Mexico!). Check out the direct flights from Portland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Alaska Airlines on this route.

  • Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PDX to PVR flights, with 71.19% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between PDX and PVR:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

  • C$216 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Portland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$482. These fares can change depending on availability.

  • Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PDX to PVR.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from PDX to PVR.

  • Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Portland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)

  • PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.

  • Portland International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PDX land on schedule 83.65% of the time.

  • Central Portland to Portland 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 cab or ride-sharing.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel near PDX? If you're catching an early flight from Portland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

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 reach the centre driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 55 minutes.

When to fly to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

  • March is the busiest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Puerto Vallarta in May.

  • The warmest month in Puerto Vallarta is May, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Portland International Airport to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • February sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PDX to PVR around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Mexico

  • You've visited Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Travel around 193 kilometres east to Guadalajara to tick off its leading attractions. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Mexico, head for León de los Aldama, roughly 370 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. ANP Cañada Arroyo Hondo, Espacio de autogestión La Marquesa and LA CASA DE LAS PERRITAS are among its highlights.

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