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Flights from Culiacan to Puerto Vallarta

There are no direct flights from Culiacan to Puerto Vallarta. The easiest way is one stop via Guadalajara or Monterrey, about 3h 33m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 3h 33m
CULPVRGDL

Culiacan to Puerto Vallarta at a glance

Fastest journey3h 33mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Guadalajara or Monterrey

Best ways to fly from Culiacan to Puerto Vallarta

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
CUL Guadalajara (GDL) PVR
Leg 1: Volaris · Leg 2: Aerolínea del Estado Mexicano (Mexicana), Viva, Volaris
One airline, one ticket ~3h 33m
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CUL Monterrey (MTY) PVR
Leg 1: Viva, Volaris · Leg 2: Viva, Volaris
One airline, one ticket ~4h 24m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
513 km319 miles
Journey time
3h 33mestimate
Time difference
+1hPuerto Vallarta vs Culiacan
Currency in Puerto Vallarta
MXN
Airports
CUL → PVR

Flights from Culiacan to Puerto Vallarta: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Culiacan to Puerto Vallarta?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Guadalajara and Monterrey. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Culiacan to Puerto Vallarta?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 3h 33m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 513 km.
Where do you change planes between Culiacan and Puerto Vallarta?
The best connecting points are Guadalajara (GDL) and Monterrey (MTY). Volaris flies both legs via Guadalajara, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Culiacan and Puerto Vallarta?
Culiacan: Bachigualato Federal International Airport (CUL). Puerto Vallarta: Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR).
What is the time difference between Culiacan and Puerto Vallarta?
Puerto Vallarta is 1 hour ahead of Culiacan.

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