How Much Does Medical Travel to Puerto Vallarta Actually Cost? A Complete Breakdown

The Question Everyone Asks First

"How much will it actually cost me?" It's the right question — and the honest answer requires looking at the full picture, not just the procedure price.

Here's a complete breakdown.

The Medical Procedure

This is typically the largest cost, and where the savings are most dramatic:

| Procedure | Canada / USA | Puerto Vallarta | You Save | |-----------|-------------|-----------------|----------| | Hip Replacement | $28,000–$40,000 | $8,000–$12,000 | ~70% | | Knee Replacement | $25,000–$38,000 | $7,500–$11,000 | ~68% | | Gastric Sleeve | $18,000–$25,000 | $5,500–$8,500 | ~65% | | Full Mouth Dental | $30,000–$50,000 | $8,000–$15,000 | ~72% | | MRI Scan | $1,500–$3,000 | $300–$600 | ~75% |

All procedure prices include facility fees, anesthesia, and the surgical team.

Flights

Direct flights from major Canadian cities to Puerto Vallarta (PVR):

• Toronto (YYZ): $400–$700 return
• Calgary (YYC): $350–$600 return
• Vancouver (YVR): $300–$550 return
• Edmonton (YEG): $400–$650 return

For Americans, flights from major hubs average $250–$500 return.

Accommodation

For a typical 1–2 week medical stay, you have several options:

• Medical recovery apartment (private, near clinic): $80–$150/night
• Hotel near clinic district: $60–$120/night
• Beachfront hotel for recovery: $100–$250/night

For a 10-day stay, budget $800–$1,500 for comfortable accommodation.

The Concierge Fee

A professional medical concierge is not a luxury — it's what separates a smooth, safe experience from a stressful one. This covers:

• Pre-trip consultation and case review
• Provider vetting and appointment scheduling
• Airport pickup and ground transportation
• Translation at every medical appointment
• 24/7 on-call support during your stay
• Post-procedure follow-up coordination with your home doctor

Meals & Incidentals

Budget $40–$80/day for food and personal expenses. Puerto Vallarta has excellent restaurants at all price points, and fresh local food aids recovery.

The Total Picture: A Real Example

Let's model a Canadian patient travelling for a hip replacement:

| Item | Cost | |------|------| | Hip replacement (all-in) | $10,000 | | Return flights (Calgary) | $500 | | 12 nights accommodation | $1,200 | | Concierge service | Included | | Meals & incidentals | $600 | | Total | ~$12,300 |

The same procedure privately in Canada: $32,000+. You save approximately $20,000 — after all travel costs.

Payment Options

We accept wire transfer, credit card, and payment plans. A deposit secures your appointment; the balance is due before treatment. Everything is clearly itemized in advance — no surprises.

The Bottom Line

Even accounting for all travel costs, most patients save 50–65% compared to private care at home. And unlike waiting 18 months in pain, you can often be treated within 2–4 weeks of your initial consultation.