Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz from $169
Updated 2026-07-25
1785 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 3h 59m with 5 airlines operating direct service from Chicago O'Hare (ORD) to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz (PVR). Fares on this corridor stay relatively stable across the year — booking 4–8 weeks ahead and choosing a midweek departure typically secures the best price.
Flying from Chicago O'Hare
Chicago O'Hare is one of America's two busiest hubs and the home base for both United and American — Terminals 1 and 2 belong to United, Terminal 3 to American, and Terminal 5 handles all international arrivals. The CTA Blue Line runs from a station at the airport to downtown Loop in around 45 minutes for $5. Winter weather drives chronic delays from late November through February, so build in connection padding through ORD between Thanksgiving and President's Day.
Arriving in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta's Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz Airport is 7 km north of central Puerto Vallarta. Public buses run from the highway 200 m from the terminal for 13 MXN; resort shuttles cost $15–$30. Fares from the US Pacific coast peak in winter (January–March) when American snowbirds drive demand; September and October are the cheapest months and weather is increasingly favourable as the rainy season ends.
Who flies ORD to PVR?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| United Airlines | UA | 3h 59m | Economy |
| American Airlines | AA | 3h 59m | Economy |
| Spirit Airlines | NK | 3h 59m | Economy |
| Frontier Airlines | F9 | 3h 59m | Economy |
| Delta Air Lines | DL | 3h 59m | Economy |
5 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
Chicago to Puerto Vallarta FAQs
Direct flights from Chicago O'Hare (ORD) to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz (PVR) take approximately 3h 59m for the 1785-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.
5 carriers operate direct service from Chicago O'Hare (ORD) to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz (PVR): United Airlines, American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — United Airlines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.
No visa required for US passport holders for stays up to 180 days. FMM tourist card included with airfare and issued at arrival. Always check travel.state.gov for the latest entry requirements before booking.
Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz (PVR) is the primary international airport for Puerto Vallarta. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.