Marina Vallarta is 15-20 minutes from PVR airport (Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz) along Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio. A private taxi takes you door-to-door for $50 USD per vehicle — no shared stops, no metered surprises. Price includes driver, tolls, child seats, and bottled water.
How long is the transfer from PVR to Marina Vallarta?
Marina Vallarta sits 8-12 km from PVR airport along the boulevard that runs parallel to the beach. Off-peak the drive takes 15-20 minutes. During high-season afternoons (2-6 PM) and holiday weekends, plan for 22-28 minutes. The route is straightforward — no highway tolls, no mountain roads.
| Destination | Distance | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Marina Vallarta hotel zone | 8-12 km | 15-22 min |
| Marriott / Westin cluster | 10 km | 16-20 min |
| Marina Puerto Vallarta boardwalk | 11 km | 17-22 min |
| Velas Vallarta resort | 9 km | 15-19 min |
What to expect when you land at PVR
PVR has one main terminal with international arrivals on the ground floor. After immigration and customs, walk straight out through the exit doors — our host is waiting immediately outside holding a board with your name. Do not stop for the timeshare and tour representatives lining the exit corridor inside the terminal.
Popular hotels in Marina Vallarta
- Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa
- Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta
- Velas Vallarta Family Resort
- Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center
- Melia Puerto Vallarta
- Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta