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Puerto Vallarta Airport to Punta de Mita: Taxi, Uber or Private Transfer?

Landing at PVR? Compare taxis, rideshare and private transfers to Punta de Mita, Sayulita and San Pancho — prices, timing and tips for US and Canadian travelers.

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Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) is the gateway to Punta de Mita. Here's how to get from the terminal to your hotel or villa without stress.

Your options

  • Airport taxi: official counters inside the terminal; prices are set by zone.
  • Rideshare: available, usually picked up outside the terminal area.
  • Private transfer: a driver waits for you — the easiest option with luggage or kids.

Our private transfer

$90 USD ($1,350 MXN) per vehicle between PVR and Punta de Mita, or $110 USD ($1,650 MXN) to Sayulita or San Pancho. Up to 4 people with luggage, either direction. Book on WhatsApp with your flight number; round trips are arranged there too.

Tips

  • Ignore the timeshare sellers in the arrivals hall — just walk through.
  • Have some pesos or small USD bills for tips.
  • Share your flight number so the driver can track delays.

Quick answers

How much is a transfer from Puerto Vallarta airport to Punta de Mita?
Moto Serf Mita's private transfer is $90 USD per vehicle, up to 4 people with luggage.
How long is the drive from PVR to Punta de Mita?
About 45 minutes.

Ride Punta de Mita like a local

Scooter rentals under 3 days: no deposit — pay in cash (USD or MXN) at pick-up. Rentals of 3 days or more, combos, tours and airport transfers: a 20% deposit via Wise confirms your booking; the balance is paid in cash at pick-up.

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