Mexicali to Puerto Vallarta flights
Direct and connecting flights from General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport (MXL) to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Mexicali to Puerto Vallarta take?
Flight time from Mexicali (MXL) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Mexicali to Puerto Vallarta?
Airline availability for MXL to PVR changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Mexicali to Puerto Vallarta?
Direct (nonstop) availability on MXL to PVR varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Volaris5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Volaris | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning MXL → PVR
MXL to PVR is a medium-haul route of 1,657 km (1,030 mi). See the return PVR → MXL route.
Alternative airports near Mexicali: Calexico (CXL) — 26 km, Imperial (IPL) — 39 km, El Centro (NJK) — 46 km.
Alternative airports near Puerto Vallarta: Tepic (TPQ) — 93 km.