Mismaloya is 35-45 minutes from PVR airport (Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz), south on the coastal highway past Old Town. This is the historic beach made famous by Night of the Iguana. A private transfer is direct with no shared stops, flight tracking, and an all-inclusive price from $151 USD per vehicle. Child seats and bottled water included.
How long is the transfer from PVR to Mismaloya?
Mismaloya is in the south zone of Puerto Vallarta, reached via Federal 200 south through the city, then the coastal highway past the Marina and Zona Romántica. It is roughly 22-28 km from PVR airport. Under normal traffic the ride is 35-45 minutes; congestion through downtown PV during high season can add 10-20 minutes.
| Destination | Distance | Average drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Mismaloya (historic beach) | 22-28 km | 35-45 min |
| Garza Blanca Preserve | 20-26 km | 35-45 min |
| Hotel Mousai | 20-26 km | 35-45 min |
| La Jolla de Mismaloya resort | 22-28 km | 38-48 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 Mismaloya
- Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa — luxury adults-only south of Mismaloya
- Hotel Mousai — rooftop-pool adults-only above Garza Blanca
- La Jolla de Mismaloya All Suites Resort
- Barceló Puerto Vallarta
- Boutique villas and rentals on the Mismaloya hillside