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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta flights are currently cheapest in January.

Direct flights from Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta

Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Puerto Vallarta.

Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP18,730
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time5 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlinePorter Airlines
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta is P18,730. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta.
Porter Airlines and WestJet fly direct from Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta.
As of December 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta Airport on Thursday, 22 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 54 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Puerto Vallarta but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Puerto Vallarta is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Ottawa to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR): What you need to know

  • Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Ottawa. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Ottawa to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) out of here.

  • Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is located in Puerto Vallarta. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours behind Ottawa.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Ottawa to PVR, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Ottawa

Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)

  • Travelling from central Ottawa to YND takes around 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Ottawa to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport? Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are close to Ottawa Gatineau Airport. They're an especially good option if you have an early flight out.

Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • You can get to YOW from the centre of Ottawa in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 13 kilometres or so.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Ottawa to PVR flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:

  • 58.21% of flights out of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.

  • The street address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.

About Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

Getting from Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) to central Puerto Vallarta

  • Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport to central Puerto Vallarta is roughly 5 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport is P9,737. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P18,694. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Ottawa to PVR if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.

  • Affordable Ottawa to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Ottawa to PVR is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ottawa to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport.

The best time to fly from Ottawa to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR). Visit Puerto Vallarta in May if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Puerto Vallarta is May, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Ottawa to PVR plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport in February when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

More about Puerto Vallarta

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Puerto Vallarta right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Ottawa to Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport:

  • There are plenty of things to do in Puerto Vallarta when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Welcome to Puerto Vallarta followed by Malecón Puerto Vallarta and Vallarta Eats Food Tours.

Explore more of Mexico

  • You've visited Puerto Vallarta, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Guadalajara to check off its top sights. From Catedral to Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Zapopan is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 193 kilometres east of Puerto Vallarta. No journey is complete without dropping by OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Basilica de Zapopan and Exposición Temporal De Tukankamon.

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