Nonstop flight about 5 h 09
Puerto Vallarta from Montreal
Published October 4, 2026 · HolidayWow editors · Written with AI, numbers checked against our data ·
From Montreal, a nonstop flight gets you in Puerto Vallarta in about 5 h 09. You land at Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), 5 km from the destination, after 3,980 km of flight.
In Puerto Vallarta, the best time for a trip is November to May, with daytime highs up to 33 °C and the sea up to 28 °C.
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Plan a trip- Flight time from Montreal
- about 5 h 09
- Flight distance YUL to PVR
- 3,980 km
- Nonstop from YUL
- Nonstop flight
- Best time to go
- November to May
Flight times estimated from the distance, nonstop routes according to OpenTravelData.
Start with your Montreal connection
Montreal is the origin for this route, and YUL is the airport associated with the city. That long distance makes the itinerary more than a simple city break, so your arrival plans should account for the transfer from the airport to your stay and the return journey home.
MontrealiPhoto: https://www.pxfuel.com/ · CC0 · Wikimedia CommonsCompare flight options using the live information shown for your search. Pay attention to the departure and arrival airports, connection structure and final destination details. Each connection is a separate part of the journey, so leave enough room to collect luggage and move through the airport comfortably.
Many travellers choose a direct connection when it suits their schedule and a connecting option when it improves the timing of the holiday. Since schedules and fares change, use the page's live flight options and confirm the final details before booking. Keep your Montreal documents and onward confirmations together throughout the trip.
MontrealiPhoto: https://www.pxfuel.com/ · CC0 · Wikimedia CommonsChoose the month around your priorities
March is a strong choice for travellers seeking dry coastal weather. The month records 30 °C during the day, 16 °C at night and 10 hours of sunshine, with 1 rain day in the climate record. It suits walks through town, beach time and a holiday connected with Canada's March break.
RainiPhoto: Ermell · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsMay offers the warmest daytime conditions, reaching 33 °C, with 20 °C nights and sea temperatures of 27 °C. April also balances strong sunshine with daytime temperatures of 32 °C. These months work well for travellers who want warm days and more time in the water, while an evening plan can make the most of the cooler hours.
Rain shapes the summer travel picture. August has daytime temperatures of 28 °C, sea temperatures of 30 °C and 30 rain days in the climate record. A wet-season traveller can still benefit from warm coastal conditions, while keeping flexible days for outdoor activities. Check the live weather information when dates are set.
RainiPhoto: Ermell · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsMake the arrival easy from the start
A smooth first afternoon begins with a clear plan for reaching your accommodation after the flight. Save the hotel or rental confirmation in one place and review the transfer options before leaving Montreal. Puerto Vallarta's airport gateway connects directly with the main holiday area, making it practical to begin with an easy check-in and a nearby meal.
Keep arrival day light. If your flight reaches the area late in the day, arrange the first activities for the following morning and keep the evening free for rest.
HolidayWow can add the ride from home to the airport, the flight and the transfer to your first stay to a single door to door plan. The map connects each part, while live prices and partner links help you compare available options in Canadian dollars without estimating a fare.
Puerto Vallarta from Montreal
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TorontoiPhoto: Taxiarchos228 · FAL · Wikimedia CommonsAirports at the destination
Your nonstop flight from Montreal lands at Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), 5 km from the destination.
- PVRPuerto Vallarta International Airport5 km to the destination, about 5 h 09 from YUL, 3,980 km of flightNonstop
Best time to travel in Puerto Vallarta
In Puerto Vallarta, the best time for a trip is November to May, with daytime highs up to 33 °C and the sea up to 28 °C. The sea reaches 30 °C in August.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day °C | 27 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 31 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 |
| Night °C | 15 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 17 | 16 |
| Sea °C | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 26 |
| Sun h/day | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Rain days | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 28 | 30 | 28 | 16 | 3 | 2 |
The best months for Puerto Vallarta
Daytime highs range from 27 °C in January to 33 °C in May. March is the driest with 1 rain days and August the wettest with 30. April brings the most sun, around 11 hours daily.
Swimming season runs through January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December; the water tops out at 30 °C in July. Comfortable sightseeing weather, with highs between the low twenties and about thirty degrees, comes in January, February, March, July, August, September, October, November and December.
- January: 27 °C, sea 25 °C, 2 rain days, 8 h of sun
- February: 28 °C, sea 25 °C, 2 rain days, 9 h of sun
- March: 30 °C, sea 24 °C, 1 rain day, 10 h of sun
- April: 32 °C, sea 25 °C, 1 rain day, 11 h of sun
- May: 33 °C, sea 27 °C, 3 rain days, 11 h of sun
- June: 31 °C, sea 28 °C, 17 rain days, 9 h of sun
- July: 28 °C, sea 30 °C, 28 rain days, 8 h of sun
- August: 28 °C, sea 30 °C, 30 rain days, 8 h of sun
- September: 27 °C, sea 30 °C, 28 rain days, 7 h of sun
- October: 28 °C, sea 30 °C, 16 rain days, 8 h of sun
- November: 28 °C, sea 28 °C, 3 rain days, 8 h of sun
- December: 27 °C, sea 26 °C, 2 rain days, 8 h of sun
Demand for Puerto Vallarta through the year
Monthly search volumes put the peak for Puerto Vallarta in February and the low point in May.
A day in Puerto Vallarta in January
Begin with a long walk while the light is soft. Around midday it reaches 27 °C, ideal for the outdoor highlight of the day or a beach stop. By night it is 15 °C: a cosy restaurant suits the evening.
What to pack for Puerto Vallarta
For May, plan for heat: 33 °C in the day, 20 °C after dark, 3 days of rain. The packing list in your plan adjusts itself to the month and the days you pick.
- Light, breathable clothes for the day
- Sun hat and sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A warm layer for the evenings
- Swimwear and a beach towel
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A travel adapter for your chargers
Weather in Puerto Vallarta month by month
- January27 °C
25 °C - February28 °C25 °C
- March30 °C24 °C
- April32 °C25 °C
- May33 °C27 °C
- June31 °C28 °C
- July28 °C30 °C
- August28 °C30 °C
- September27 °C30 °C
- October28 °C30 °C
- November28 °C28 °C
- December27 °C26 °C
Nonstop flights in Puerto Vallarta from other airports
Besides Montreal, nonstop flights in Puerto Vallarta leave from 6 other airports; the closest to Montreal is Ottawa, with a flight time of about 5 h.
- YULPuerto Vallarta from Montrealabout 5 h 09 to PVR, nonstop
- YOWPuerto Vallarta from Ottawaabout 5 h to PVR, nonstop
- YYZPuerto Vallarta from Torontoabout 4 h 35 to PVR, nonstop
- YWGPuerto Vallarta from Winnipegabout 4 h 24 to PVR, nonstop
- YEGPuerto Vallarta from Edmontonabout 4 h 49 to PVR, nonstop
- YYCPuerto Vallarta from Calgaryabout 4 h 34 to PVR, nonstop
- YVRPuerto Vallarta from Vancouverabout 4 h 39 to PVR, nonstop
Flight times estimated from the distance, nonstop routes according to OpenTravelData.
Live prices for Puerto Vallarta
The cards below pull today's partner prices for Puerto Vallarta in your currency, so the number you see is the one you pay.
Build a coastal itinerary by pace
Puerto Vallarta works well with a balanced pace that leaves time for the beach, local food and the surrounding coast. A relaxed day may contain one or two stops, while a balanced day can fit two or three. Add major excursions on days when you want a fuller schedule and keep another day available for a slower change of pace.
For a 7 day holiday, begin with arrival and recovery, place your main coastal activities in the middle, and finish near the airport or another convenient transfer point. The plan checker can reorder a day after you move a stop. This makes it easy to protect a rest period or respond to the conditions on arrival.
Dates are optional while you are shaping the trip. Once you add them, each day card can show its weekday, live weather and live prices. The planner reads the destination, month, group and pace from your description, giving you a practical first plan that you can edit as your Montreal departure and Puerto Vallarta stay take shape.
Compare Montreal with other Canadian gateways
Montreal is one of several Canadian origins connected to Puerto Vallarta. These comparisons are useful when another traveller in your group approaches from a different city or when Montreal flight options do not suit the preferred schedule.
Use the distance alongside your available dates, airport connections and local travel plans rather than choosing by distance alone.
For everyone departing from different airports, create the shared plan in HolidayWow before finalizing individual travel. One link opens the same itinerary for the group, with viewing and editing roles, comments and voting. This keeps the Puerto Vallarta days coordinated while each traveller retains the right booking details for their own journey.
Puerto Vallarta from Montreal: frequently asked questions
Which Montreal airport serves flights to Puerto Vallarta?
YUL is the Montreal airport used for this route. HolidayWow can include the airport ride, flight and onward transfer in one editable map plan.
What is the best month for a Puerto Vallarta vacation?
Your priority determines the best month. March combines dry conditions with 30 °C days, while May reaches 33 °C and offers a 27 °C sea temperature. August has warm water at 30 °C and records 30 rain days. Review climate figures and live weather before choosing your dates.
Can I compare live flights from Montreal to Puerto Vallarta?
Yes. The page presents live flight options and live partner prices in Canadian dollars. Compare airports, connections and schedule details for your dates, then confirm the chosen itinerary before purchase. Flight availability changes, so final pricing and timing should come from the live booking partner.
How do I coordinate a group arriving from different Canadian cities?
Create one Puerto Vallarta itinerary and share its link. Travellers can keep their individual flights while the group uses the same days, stops and booking context. HolidayWow supports viewing and editing roles, comments and voting, which makes it easier to settle activities together.
Can I edit a Puerto Vallarta trip after creating it?
Yes. Move a stop to another day, swap a place or make a day lighter, and the plan checker reorders it. Relaxed, balanced and packed paces can be set for the trip or individual days. This lets your Montreal arrival, local transfers and preferred holiday rhythm shape the final plan.
More nonstop destinations from Montreal
iPhoto: Charles Hoffman · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsCanadaPrince Edward Island- about 1 h 34 flight
- Sea 12 °C in October
iPhoto: A.Miskovsky · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsDominican RepublicPunta Cana- about 4 h 04 flight
- Sea 29 °C in October
iPhoto: Diego Delso · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsCanadaVancouver- about 4 h 48 flight
- Sea 11 °C in October
iPhoto: Bob Collowan · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsUnited KingdomLondon- about 6 h 33 flight
iPhoto: Robert Linsdell from St. Andrews, Canada · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsUnited StatesBoston- about 1 h 06 flight
- Sea 14 °C in October
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