Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to La Union Airport (POP): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to La Union Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
New York and Puerto Plata share the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Each week, there are 32 Newark Liberty International Airport to La Union Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, jump on the 08:23 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 09:25 with United Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EWR to POP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
United Airlines is your gateway to discovering Puerto Plata (and maybe even some other great corners of Dominican Republic!). Check out the direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to La Union Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is United Airlines.
Among carriers operating EWR to POP flights, United Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to La Union Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between EWR and POP include:
Miami International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to La Union Airport (POP)
R 2,789 is the lowest price for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to La Union Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 5,549. These fares can change based on availability.
Book nine months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from EWR to POP.
The cheapest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to La Union Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from EWR to POP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to La Union Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
EWR's address is Building 1, Conrad Road.
Of the flights that depart from Newark Liberty International Airport, 73.3% arrive on time at their destination.
Newark Liberty International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near EWR. Whether you have an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to La Union Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at La Union Airport (POP)
Reserve a hotel close to POP if you're on a late Newark Liberty International Airport to La Union Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a La Union Airport rental car and explore Puerto Plata and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and amerirent are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from La Union Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from La Union Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
La Union Airport to the centre of Puerto Plata has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to La Union Airport (POP)
The quietest month for a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to La Union Airport is May, while March is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Puerto Plata based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to La Union Airport for August if you'd like to visit Puerto Plata during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from EWR to POP around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is just one of the many places in Dominican Republic waiting to be explored after you've seen Puerto Plata. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Santo Domingo Este is another must-experience destination in Dominican Republic and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata. No journey is complete without dropping by Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.