Conchas Chinas is 25-35 minutes from PVR airport (Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz), just south of Old Town on the coastal hillside. A private transfer takes you door-to-door with no shared stops, flight tracking, and an all-inclusive price from $58 USD per vehicle. Child seats and bottled water included.
How long is the transfer from PVR to Conchas Chinas?
Conchas Chinas is the upscale hillside neighborhood immediately south of Puerto Vallarta's Old Town, reached via Federal 200 south through the city center and the coastal highway. It is roughly 16-20 km from PVR airport. Under normal traffic the ride is 25-35 minutes; congestion through downtown PV (Zona Romántica) during high season can add 10-15 minutes.
| Destination | Distance | Average drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Conchas Chinas (boutique hotels) | 16-20 km | 25-35 min |
| Secrets Vallarta Bay (Conchas Chinas) | 16-19 km | 25-33 min |
| Conchas Chinas beach access | 17-20 km | 27-35 min |
| Zona Romántica / Old Town (en route) | 14-18 km | 22-30 min |
What to expect when you land at PVR
PVR has a single main terminal with international arrivals on the ground floor. After immigration and customs, walk straight out through the exit doors — our host is waiting immediately outside the terminal holding a sign with your name and our logo. Do not engage with the timeshare and taxi representatives inside the terminal corridor. Keep walking straight out to the exterior.
Popular hotels in Conchas Chinas
- Secrets Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- Lindo Mar Resort
- Casa Iguana Hotel
- Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel & Romantic Getaway
- Boutique villas and rentals on the Conchas Chinas hillside