PV Everything
Tricia Lyman
20 September 2026

Construction is moving forward [at Puerto Vallarta], and Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP) has released important details about the project. But an official opening date, confirmed airline assignments and new flight routes remain harder to find.

When Will the New Terminal Open?

The most recent public projections point toward a phased opening.

The first six contact gates have been projected to begin operating near the end of 2026, with additional areas opening during 2027. However, GAP has not announced a firm public date for the first passenger flight or published a detailed transition schedule.

In other words, December 2026 appears to be the goal, not a promise...

Puerto Vallarta’s New Airport Terminal: What We Know and What We’re Still Waiting to Learn - PVEverything - 20 September 2026

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