Taxi Zones and Fares From the Puerto Vallarta / Riviera Nayarit Airport TripAdvisor
go to original March 31, 2013

A frequently asked question on the TripAdvisor Forum is "How much to take a Taxi from the Airport to a particular Hotel?" TripAdvisor has put together current information about arriving at Gustavo Diaz International Airport (code PVR) and some other airport info and advice, last updated on January 3, 2013.

At the Puerto Vallarta airport, taxi fares are federally regulated and non-negotiable. They are in pesos. One can pay in either dollars (American) or Mexican currency. It is usually better to pay in pesos (better value, as they give you 10:1 only).

Taxi and Van rates are per vehicle, not per person. A taxi can accommodate 1-3 people plus luggage. Otherwise you will need a larger vehicle. But always ask. Some cabs will provide roof racks, etc. You may not need a van.

When you go through Immigration, you will proceed to get your luggage, as in any airport. Just before the luggage belt, you will see luggage carts. They are free (no deposit). Take as many as you need because there are no porters until later.

When you get your luggage, you have to proceed through a scanner. All your luggage (including purses, but no coats, belts, shoes, etc) must be put on a belt to be scanned. After they go through the scanner you put them back on your cart(s) and push a button. If you get a green light you proceed, if you get a red light you proceed onward with your carts, towards the tables to be checked over.

Please note, still no porters. The porters are no longer just after Customs (as of January 3, 2013). They are after the Timeshare area.

You then proceed to your left with your luggage and through the Timeshare area (often called the Tank). There are at least two different rooms separated by sliding doors. You will see counters on both sides of the rooms staffed by people in what look like uniforms. Some of them will approach you.

Please note that YOU DO NOT HAVE TO STOP!!! Some enterprising salespeople will tell you have to, but, pay no attention.  Tell them "No I don't have to stop here." Keep walking and exit the final set of sliding doors. You will see a taxi booth on your right, people waiting for passengers, and, as of January 3, 2013, porters on your left. You have to leave your carts there.

If you want an airport taxi, buy a ticket at the booth. Fares are by Zones. Tell them where you are going, and get a receipt. It's a good idea to know in advance in which Zone your hotel/condo is located and what the fare is (see below). You will keep one copy, and your driver will give one to the clerk as you exit the airport. This is your assurance against being overcharged.

You can also pre-book a private transfer from the airport to your destination (recommended companies listed below):

• Discoverymundo.com
• Amstardmc.com
• Bestday.com

Find more useful information in Puerto Vallarta: Arriving & Departing.

You can catch a standard Yellow cab for a lower rate (possibly saving 100 pesos) if you exit airport property and take the foot bridge over the main freeway outside the main terminal. It's a three minute walk. Ask how much it will cost before you get in.

Below is a list of hotels in each Zone and the fare for each. If your hotel is not listed, or you are staying at a private condo, check out your destination on the map.

Rates current as of January 3, 2013.

ZONE 1A - MARINA VALLARTA                       
Cab: (1-3 people): 180.00 pesos - Van: 345.00 pesos
 
• Condos like Bay View Grande, Portofino, etc.
• Flamingos Vallarta
• Casa Velas
• Marina del Rey
• Marina Golf
• Marriott CasaMagna
• Mayan Palace
• Melia
• Mayan Palace
• Velas Vallarta
• Villas Pacifico
• Westin Regina

ZONE 1 - HOTEL ZONE / DOWNTOWN             
Cab: (1-3 people): 195.00 pesos Van: 390.00 pesos

• Buenaventura                                                        
• Buganvilias
• Canto del Sol
• Crown Paradise
• Encino
• Fiesta Americana
• Friendly
• Grand Venetian Condos
• Golden Crown Paradise
• Holiday Inn
• Hotel Rosita
• Los Tules
• NH Krystal Vallarta
• Now amber
• Pescador
• Plaza Iguana
• Plaza Pelicanos
• Villa Premiere
• Puerto de Luna
• Royal Holiday Club
• Rio
• Secrets
• Sheraton
• Suites La Siesta
• Sunset Plaza
• Villa del Palmar

ZONE 2 (South) - OLD TOWN / ROMANTIC ZONE        
Cab: (1-3 people): 260.00 pesos  Van: 520.00 pesos

• Casa Isabel
• Conchas Chinas                                                          
• Costa Sur
• Costa Vida
• Dreams
• Lindo Mar
• Los Arcos Hotel
• Mercurio
• Meza del Mar
• Playa Los Arcos
• San Marino
• Tropicana
• Vallarta Sun Hotel/Suites
• Playa del Sol
• Posada de Roger
• The Abbey
• Villa Vista

ZONE 2 (North) - SOUTHERN NUEVO VALLARTA
Cab: (1-3 people): 260.00 pesos  Van: 520.00 pesos

• Costa Vallarta
• Dreams Villa
•Magna                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Grand Velas
• Marina Fiesta
• Marival
• Mayan Palace
• Mayan Sea Garden Occidental Grand
• Occidental Allegro
• Paradise Village
• Solare
• Sierra Nuevo
• Villa Varadero

ZONE 3 (North) - NORTHERN NUEVO VALLARTA            
Cab (1-3 people): 310.00 pesos  Van: 610.00 pesos
                                                                                 
• Playa del. Sol Grand                            
• Royal Decameron
• Riu Jalisco
• Samba
• Villa del Palmar Flamingos

ZONE 3 (South) - MISMALOYA
Cab (1-3 people): 310.00 pesos  Van: 610.00 pesos

• Condo Las Penas
• Gemelas
• Girasol Sur
• Barcelo La Jolla Mismaloya Playa Esmeralda
• Playa Fiesta
• Presidente Intercontinental
• Pto. Vallarta Zoo

ZONE 4 - PUNTA MITA
Cab (1-3 people: 700.00 pesos  Van: 1200 pesos (these rates are approximate and may have been updated)

• Four Seasons, St. Regis, Porta Fortuna, Hacienda de Mita (plus anything inside the Punta Mita Development) as well as any condos or hotels in the town outside (El Faro, Punta Vista, El Anclote Condos, Hotel des Artistes).
• Palladium
• Casa de Mita

Read Update: Taxi Zones and Updated Fares from the Vallarta-Nayarit Airport (PVR)