How to travel from Cozumel to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
The distance between Cozumel and Puerto Vallarta is around 2,016km (1,253 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 25m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Cozumel to Puerto Vallarta by plane, helicopter, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Puerto Vallarta → Cozumel if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Cozumel (CZM) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR).
- Duration4h 25m
- Flight time4h 15m
- Typical costMX$2,510($120)
Viva Aerobus
+ 1 others1 similiar route
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Playa del Carmen then take the bus to Puebla then México Central Norte and then to Puerto Vallarta.
- Duration1 day 17h
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical costMX$3,765($180)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Helicopter and Bus
Jump in a helicopter to Cancún International Airport and then to Villahermosa Airport then take the bus to México Central Norte and then to Bucerías.
- Duration1 day 4h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$98,040($4,690)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Calica then drive to Puerto Vallarta.
- Duration1 day 5h
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costMX$4,975($240)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cozumel and Puerto Vallarta
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Cozumel to Puerto Vallarta by plane, helicopter, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around MX$2,510 ($120) and will take around 4h 25m.
The distance between Cozumel and Puerto Vallarta is around 2,016km (1,253 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,905km (1,184 miles)
It takes around 4h 25m to get from Cozumel and Puerto Vallarta by plane.
The quickest way to get from Cozumel to Puerto Vallarta is to fly which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx MX$2,510 ($120).
The cheapest way to travel between Cozumel and Puerto Vallarta is to fly which will typically cost around MX$2,510 ($120) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Cozumel and Puerto Vallarta. We recommend that you fly from Cozumel (CZM) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR). instead which will take 4h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Cozumel and Puerto Vallarta. We recommend that you fly from Cozumel (CZM) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR). instead which will take 4h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Cozumel and Puerto Vallarta. Flights depart from Cozumel (CZM) and arrive at Puerto Vallarta (PVR) - via Monterrey (MTY). The flight takes around 4h 15m.
There is no direct flight from Cozumel to Puerto Vallarta. There is however a flight that goes via Monterrey (MTY). This services will take at least 4h 25m (not including layover time).
The flight from Cozumel to Puerto Vallarta typically takes around 4h 15m. Flights depart from Cozumel (CZM) and and arrive into Puerto Vallarta (PVR).
The closest major airport to Puerto Vallarta is Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) (PVR) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Puerto Vallarta. Amado Nervo International Airport (TPQ) (TPQ) and Playa de Oro International Airport (ZLO) (ZLO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Cozumel to Puerto Vallarta. We recommend that you fly from Cozumel (CZM) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR). instead which will take 4h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cozumel to Puerto Vallarta is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around MX$2,510 ($120).
Compare travel optionsbetween Cozumel and Puerto Vallarta
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 4h 25m | MX$2,510($120) | every 10 mins | 2,254km (1,401 miles) |
| Helicopter and Plane | 4h 25m | MX$13,025($625) | every 10 mins | 2,016km (1,253 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar | 1 day 17h | MX$3,765($180) | every 20 mins | 2,496km (1,551 miles) |
| Ferry to Playa del Carmen, bus | 1 day 17h | MX$3,930($190) | every 4 hours | 2,545km (1,581 miles) |
Helicopter and Bus + 1 similar | 1 day 4h | MX$98,040($4,690) | once daily | 2,429km (1,509 miles) |
| Helicopter to Cancún International Airport, bus | 1 day 15h | MX$13,230($635) | twice daily | 2,650km (1,646 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 1 day 5h | MX$4,975($240) | twice daily | 2,485km (1,544 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Cozumel and Puerto Vallarta
Bus companies
ADO
Ecobus Express
Turistab
Futura Select
Ómnibus Cristóbal Colón (OCC)
helicopters
Holbox Collection
Airlines
Viva Aerobus
Volaris
Aeroméxico
Southwest Airlines
United Airlines
Ferry operators
Winjet
Ultramar Ferry
Airports near Puerto Vallarta
The following major airports near Puerto Vallarta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Mexico and internationally.
Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Puerto Vallarta
Amado Nervo International Airport (TPQ)
- Distance
- 95km (59 miles) from Puerto Vallarta
Playa de Oro International Airport (ZLO)
- Distance
- 180km (112 miles) from Puerto Vallarta