Airport

Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport lies 4 miles (6.4 kilometers) northeast of the city and is one of the most modern and convenient airports in Mexico. The entire building is air-conditioned and offers a money exchange, restaurant, snack bar, bars, shops and newsstands. Its relatively small size makes it easy to locate friends or hotel transportation meeting flights.

Transportation to and from the airport is done mostly by taxi or minivans with costs dependant on number of zones traveled. During the day, you may prepay your trip into Vallarta at a small kiosk located just outside the terminal building exit. Once you have obtained your ticket, the driver will escort you to your vehicle and drive to the parking lot exit. The ticket is then handed to the parking attendant and you are on your way. Charges for transportation leaving the airport (which is Federal property) are more expensive than regular taxi service to the airport. You may want to walk a few meters to the main highway and flag down a city taxi or bus.