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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Portland to Puerto Vallarta:

• Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 11:32 am
• Latest: departs at 8:23 am and lands at 12:55 pm.

The flight takes about 4h 32m.

A direct flight from Portland to Puerto Vallarta takes 4h 32m, covering 5,131 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta range from C$ 626 to C$ 945, with an average of C$ 758 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 626 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 13% above the route average of C$ 758. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 532 round-trip via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), compared to C$ 743 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 140–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Portland to Puerto Vallarta flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 659 to C$ 5,531. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Portland to Puerto Vallarta route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Portland to Puerto Vallarta are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about C$ 340.

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz Airport (PVR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 2 for economy cars. Top options include:
• America Car Rental
• MEXRENTACAR
• Budget
• Hertz
• Europcar

Flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR).

One-stop flights from Portland to Puerto Vallarta most commonly connect through:

• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 31% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) – 22% of one-stop connections
• Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) – 15% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) – 8% of one-stop connections

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Portland to Puerto Vallarta route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 722 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 845, a difference of C$ 123. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Alaska Airlines operates flights between Portland and Puerto Vallarta.

Flying via San Diego (SAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 54m, compared with 7h 30m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 35m via Los Angeles (LAX).

Puerto Vallarta is 1 hour ahead of Portland (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Puerto Vallarta are Malecon, Camarones Beach, and Galeria Olinala. These are among the most viewed places in Puerto Vallarta on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Portland to Puerto Vallarta flights:

• Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Alaska Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Business Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

You might have some time for yourself while at PVR and decide to look for a place around the airport to relax. There are many lounges at the airport where you can check in, regardless of the category you are flying into. Have a look at the VIP Lounge (National) which is located at the National Departures at Airside in Terminal 1. There is also the VIP Lounge Puerto Vallarta International which can be found at the Upper Level of the Arrivals area and the VIP Lounge Puerto Vallarta Arrivals lounge found on the 1st Level at Landside.

When you arrive at PVR, you might need to speak with one of the many travel agencies there. Go to Terminal 1's International Departures area to find Apple Vacations or Miller Travel Service, who will make sure your time there is worthwhile.

There are four options of transportation to choose from. You can go to the ground transportation area where you will be able to get a taxi, though you should only pay for your ride once you arrive at the official taxi booth and not to the taxi touts to be safe. Hotels around the airport have some free airport shuttles so you should check with the hotel you are planning to stay in. At the International Arrivals area, there are car rental agencies that will allow you to rent your car of choice at their rates. Buses are an inexpensive option that are immediately outside the airport terminal if you're on a limited budget and don't have much luggage.

If you are looking for someplace to buy medication or seek urgent treatment while at the airport, head over to the South Lobby at Airside where you will find Providence Express Care. The physician in charge will tend to your medical needs and also assist you with some of the over-the-counter medication you may wish to buy.