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Airlines have different policies, but one good choice for carry-on baggage is Flair Airlines. The airline allows several bags on board and treats only bags larger than 7 kg (15 lbs) as carry-on luggage. You can even bring a carry-on bag exceeding the 22 kg (48 lbs) max, but you will pay overweight fees in addition to checked baggage fees.

Yes, Flair Airlines and Air Canada offer Canadian Armed Forces members, including veterans and RCMP, a generous 25% discount on base fares. Air Canada also offers veterans and military personnel up to three checked bags weighing 30 kg (66 lbs) each during personal or military-duty trips.

Yes, airlines flying this route allow travelers to book their flights with a flexible-date option. For example, Flair Airlines' big bundle and TravelFLEX options allow travelers the flexibility to change or cancel their trip up to three hours before departure. Air Canada allows you to rebook for a different date without a fee up to five days before your departure.

Air Canada, WestJet, and Alaska Airlines prioritize eco-friendly flights from Victoria to Puerto Vallarta. Through sustainability initiatives, these airlines are committed to reducing the average CO2 emissions of 1,632 kg (3,590 lbs) per person expended on this route. 

Among airlines operating Victoria to Puerto Vallarta flights:

• WestJet: offers free seat selection

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

Only WestJet operates flights between Victoria and Puerto Vallarta.

Flights from Victoria to Puerto Vallarta usually depart from Victoria Intl (YYJ) and arrive at Puerto Vallarta Ordaz (PVR).

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

• WestJet: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Victoria to Puerto Vallarta:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 640 round-trip via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ), compared to C$ 966 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 41–C$ 139 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by WestJet and Flair Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) variants.

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

• Vancouver Intl (YVR) – 57% of one-stop connections
• Calgary (YYC) – 21% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) – 19% of one-stop connections
• Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 1% of one-stop connections

Vancouver Intl (YVR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Victoria to Puerto Vallarta route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 695 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 940, a difference of C$ 246. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Victoria to Puerto Vallarta route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 7 minutes.

Some of the most popular sights in Puerto Vallarta are Malecon, Playa de los Muertos, and Galeria Olinala. These are among the most viewed places in Puerto Vallarta on KAYAK.

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

• Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 12:05 pm
• Latest: departs at 9:00 am and lands at 2:05 pm.

The flight takes about 5h 05m.

Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 22% above the route average of C$ 839. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A direct flight from Victoria to Puerto Vallarta takes 5h 05m, covering 5,638 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.

One-way fares from Victoria to Puerto Vallarta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 420, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

WestJet is the only airline operating Victoria to Puerto Vallarta flights. 83% of its flights are on time.

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 20m, compared with 9h 52m via Vancouver Intl (YVR) and 10h 10m via Calgary (YYC).

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

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

Round-trip flights from Victoria to Puerto Vallarta range from C$ 664 to C$ 1,116, with an average of C$ 839 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 664 counts as a good deal.