Monterrey to Puerto Vallarta is 480 miles (773 km), a flight of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
The left side delivers a fuller scenic arc: dramatic Sierra Madre Oriental peaks at departure, a chance at distant views of Volcán de Colima during cruise, and a scenic bay-and-coastline approach into Puerto Vallarta, while the right side mostly shows flatter highland plateau and open ocean.
Flight Path
Central Mexican Plateau, the Sierra Madre Occidental highlands, and on clear days the volcanic cone of Volcán de Colima visible to the south of the flight path before the descent toward the Pacific coast
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from MTY
LEFTDeparting MTY on runway 12, the initial climb and left turn toward the southwest put the Sierra Madre Oriental — including the iconic saddle-shaped Cerro de la Silla — squarely on the left side of the aircraft before the plane settles onto its southwest heading.
Landing at PVR
LEFTOn approach into PVR, the final turn toward the coast reveals Bahía de Banderas and the town of Puerto Vallarta hugging the shoreline on the left, with the Pacific's blue water contrasting against the green Sierra Madre Occidental foothills inland.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from General Mariano Escobedo International (MTY) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International (PVR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Monterrey to Puerto Vallarta. The left side delivers a fuller scenic arc: dramatic Sierra Madre Oriental peaks at departure, a chance at distant views of Volcán de Colima during cruise, and a scenic bay-and-coastline approach into Puerto Vallarta, while the right side mostly shows flatter highland plateau and open ocean.
What can I see during takeoff from General Mariano Escobedo International in Monterrey?
During takeoff from General Mariano Escobedo International (MTY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing MTY on runway 12, the initial climb and left turn toward the southwest put the Sierra Madre Oriental — including the iconic saddle-shaped Cerro de la Silla — squarely on the left side of the aircraft before the plane settles onto its southwest heading. Notable sights include: Cerro de la Silla, Sierra Madre Oriental foothills, Monterrey's eastern suburbs.
What can I see when landing at Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International in Puerto Vallarta?
When landing at Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International (PVR), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into PVR, the final turn toward the coast reveals Bahía de Banderas and the town of Puerto Vallarta hugging the shoreline on the left, with the Pacific's blue water contrasting against the green Sierra Madre Occidental foothills inland. Notable sights include: Bahía de Banderas, Puerto Vallarta's Malecón waterfront, Sierra Madre Occidental foothills, Marina Vallarta.
How long is the flight from Monterrey to Puerto Vallarta?
The flight from General Mariano Escobedo International (MTY) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International (PVR) takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 480 miles (773 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Monterrey to Puerto Vallarta flight path pass over?
Central Mexican Plateau, the Sierra Madre Occidental highlands, and on clear days the volcanic cone of Volcán de Colima visible to the south of the flight path before the descent toward the Pacific coast