Cheap flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta from £257
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How much do flights to Puerto Vallarta cost?
Getting from Puerto Vallarta airport to the city center
Fastest options: taxi and private transfer. Best value: public bus and shared shuttle.
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
15-25 min | MXN 350–500 (~USD 20–29); zone-based fixed rates | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | convenience and reliability | |
15-25 min | MXN 500–900 (~USD 29–52); pre-booked rates | pre-booked (traffic dependent) | groups and families | |
20-40 min | MXN 200–350 (~USD 12–20); per person | on-demand with multiple stops (traffic dependent) | budget solo travelers | |
25-45 min | MXN 10–15 (~USD 0.60–0.90); exact change recommended | every 10–20 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers with light luggage | |
15-30 min | MXN 150–300 (~USD 9–17); surge pricing may apply | on-demand via app (traffic dependent) | app-based convenience | |
15-25 min | MXN 600–1500 (~USD 35–87) per day; varies by vehicle | self-drive (traffic dependent) | exploring the region |
Notes:
- Prices in MXN; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- Authorized airport taxis operate on a zone-based fixed fare system. Purchase tickets at the official booth inside the terminal before exiting.
- Public buses stop on the main highway outside the airport; a short walk from the terminal is required.
- Ride-hailing services may have restricted pickup areas at the airport. Check the app for designated pickup points.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Key info about flying to Puerto Vallarta
Check-in for a flight from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant Air | AAY | G4 | No |
| Frontier Airlines | FFT | F9 | No |
| Volaris | VOI | Y4 | No |
| VivaAerobus | VIV | VB | No |
| AeroMexico | AMX | AM | Yes |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Puerto Vallarta
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 28°C | 16°C |
| February | 28°C | 16°C |
| March | 29°C | 16°C |
| April | 30°C | 18°C |
| May | 31°C | 20°C |
| June | 31°C | 22°C |
| July | 31°C | 22°C |
| August | 31°C | 22°C |
| September | 30°C | 22°C |
| October | 30°C | 21°C |
| November | 30°C | 19°C |
| December | 28°C | 17°C |
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