Flying from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ): what you need to know
Santo Domingo's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Punta Cana.
Leave enough time to make your PUJ to SDQ flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as March? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Punta Cana International Airport to Las Americas International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between PUJ and SDQ include:
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport
Miami International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Punta Cana International Airport to Las Americas International Airport flight is C$271. A round-trip plane ticket is currently C$493. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from PUJ to SDQ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Las Americas International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Finding cheap flights from PUJ to SDQ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Las Americas International Airport.
Handy information about Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
When it comes to Punta Cana International Airport's on-time performance, 72.84% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Punta Cana International Airport from central Punta Cana, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near PUJ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Las Americas International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Consider booking a hotel near SDQ if you're on a late Punta Cana International Airport to Las Americas International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Las Americas International Airport rental car and discover Santo Domingo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Final Rentals, FlexWays and INFINITY RENT are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Las Americas International Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo
From Las Americas International Airport, Santo Domingo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
January is the busiest month for flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Las Americas International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Santo Domingo in May.
Before locking in your flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Las Americas International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Santo Domingo, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PUJ to SDQ in February. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
You've visited Santo Domingo, now it's time to explore other parts of Dominican Republic. Travel around 13 kilometres east to Santo Domingo Este to tick off its popular sights. From Museo Las Tres Aves to billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another side of Dominican Republic, head for San Pedro de Macorís, about 64 kilometres east of Santo Domingo. El Parquecito, Patrimonio arquitectónico de la ciudad de San Pedro de Macoris and Museo Cultural San Pedro are highlights.