Flying from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to Mexicali Airport (MXL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Mexicali Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Every week, there are three Puerto Vallarta Airport to Mexicali Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your PVR to MXL flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Volaris is your ticket to exploring Mexicali (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Mexico!). Check out the direct flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Mexicali Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with Volaris on this route.
Among carriers operating PVR to MXL flights, Volaris has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Mexicali Airport. Many travellers pass through Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport when flying between PVR and MXL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to Mexicali Airport (MXL)
At the moment, $100 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Puerto Vallarta Airport to Mexicali Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $201. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from PVR to MXL, reserve your trip one month before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Mexicali Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Mexicali Airport.
Handy information about Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
Of the flights that depart from Puerto Vallarta Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
Puerto Vallarta Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Puerto Vallarta. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to PVR? If you're boarding an early flight from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Mexicali Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Mexicali Airport (MXL)
Hit the road running by picking up a Mexicali Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Firefly, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mexicali and beyond.
Reserve your ride from Mexicali Airport a few weeks before your departure date to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's smart to book even earlier.
When to fly to Mexicali Airport (MXL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Mexicali Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Mexicali in March.
The warmest month in Mexicali is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 46ºC (115ºF). Book your flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Mexicali Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from PVR to MXL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Mexicali, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Journey about 145 kilometres west to Tijuana to check off its must-visit sights. From Tijuana Beach Promenade to Epic Adventure Park and LETRERO DE TIJUANA, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 137 kilometres south-west of Mexicali, Ensenada is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at La Bufadora, Hussong’s Cantina and Rivera del Pacifico.
