Travelling from Dubai to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll catch your flight from Dubai to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's main airports.
The timezone in Punta Cana is UTC-4, which is eight hours behind Dubai. Punta Cana International Airport is located in Punta Cana.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to PUJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Dubai to PUJ with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between DXB and PUJ include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Punta Cana International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% touch down on time at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to PUJ flight:
56.64% of flights out of Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Have a late flight from Dubai to Punta Cana International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near PUJ and fast-forward to bedtime:
Grab a Punta Cana International Airport rental car and discover Punta Cana and beyond with your own set of wheels. Amerirent, Goldcar and Routes Car Rentals are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Dubai to Punta Cana International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Punta Cana International Airport is R 8,787. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 19,151. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to PUJ. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Dubai to Punta Cana International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Dubai to Punta Cana International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Punta Cana. July is when most people book flights from Dubai to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Dubai to PUJ plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Punta Cana, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Punta Cana International Airport in March when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Punta Cana
After booking your flight from Dubai to Punta Cana International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Punta Cana:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Playa Bavaro Punta Cana, Bavaro Beach and Playa Bonita are top attractions which should be on any good Punta Cana itinerary.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
Punta Cana has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the Dominican Republic waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres west of Punta Cana, a trip to Santo Domingo will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Alcazar de Colon, The Cathedral of the Americas and República Dominicana - Santo Domingod.
Around 153 kilometres west of Punta Cana, Santo Domingo Este is another favourite stop in the Dominican Republic. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lago los tres ojos, Los Corales Park and National Aquarium.
