Vallarta to Buenos Aires Flights

Flights From Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta is highly popular as a vacation destination and is well served by a variety of airlines operating through most air travel hubs in the United States. Locating discount flights from Puerto Vallarta is fairly easy with Orbitz.com, which presents you with a list of flights departing from Puerto Vallarta Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Airport. This is the only airport operating in the city and is located at AP 44A, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico, about 2.8 miles from the city. Major airlines flying into the airport include American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Airlines and Aeromexico.

Parking at the Airport

The parking facilities at the airport are available at a starting rate of about $1.90 per hour and rise to a cost of approximately $28.65 for the first day, $18 the second day and $7.20 each day thereafter. Losing the ticket for your parked car will incur an extra fee of $17.

Transportation to Ordaz Airport

Taxi fares are federally regulated. The rates are applied per vehicle rather than per person, and each taxi is capable of holding up to three passengers. The fares are also set by travel zones. The 5- to 10-minute trip from the downtown area costs about $18. Larger groups need to find available shuttle vans, which may cost about twice as much as taking a taxi. Local bus service is also available and costs about $0.55.

A Meal Before Departing

Food is available at the airport to provide travelers with a snack or meal before they board their flights from Vallarta. Snacks are available from the Coffee Cafe and Starbucks, while more hearty meals can be purchased at the Henry J Bean's Bar & Grill or the Carl's Jr. located in the airport food service area.

Ministro Pistarini International Airport

Booking flights to Buenos Aires has been made effortless by Orbitz.com. Buenos Aires, also known as the "Paris of South America," is serviced by Ministro Pistarini International Airport. The airport is located 14 miles southwest of downtown Buenos Aires. More than 8 million passengers pass through this airport every year. It serves as a hub for Aerolineas Argentinas and LAN Argentina airlines. American Airlines, Aeromexico, Air Canada, Air France, Alitalia, Copa Airlines, Delta Airlines, Iberia, and British Airlines also operate at this airport.

Transportation at Ministro Pistarini International Airport

The airport offers covered and uncovered parking for short-term and long-term availability. There are also spaces for the disabled, pregnant women and government officials. Parking rates change throughout the day depending on the time. However, one can expect to pay up to $40 per day for parking. Taxis and shuttle buses are readily available on the lower terminal. Expect to pay $30 each way from downtown Buenos Aires. Travel time is estimated at 30 minutes, depending on traffic.

Weather in Buenos Aires

The weather in Buenos Aires is mild year-round. Summers are very warm, and winters are cool, with distinct seasons. The average temperatures in the summertime are in the high 70s. The average temperatures in the spring settle in the mid 60s. Winter temperatures average in the high 40s, while fall temperatures are in the high 50s.

Attractions in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is an international city that has a lot to offer travelers. Visitors often stop by the Casa Rosada, the official residence of the Argentinean President. Recoleta cemetery is also a sight to see. This is the cemetery where Eva Peron is buried. To take advantage of all this city has to offer, book your flights to Buenos Aires with Orbitz.com.