Travelling from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Puerto Plata Airport (POP): what you need to know
Puerto Plata is one hour ahead of Washington DC and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Your IAD to POP flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Puerto Plata Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IAD and POP:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
New York Newark Airport
Miami International Airport
Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
77% of flights that depart Washington Dulles Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Washington Dulles Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Puerto Plata Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near IAD:
Arriving at Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
If you're getting in on a late Washington Dulles Airport to Puerto Plata Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near POP:
Grab a Puerto Plata 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.
Reserving your ride from Puerto Plata Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Puerto Plata Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
From Puerto Plata Airport, Puerto Plata is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Puerto Plata Airport is September, while December is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Puerto Plata based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Puerto Plata Airport for August if you want to visit Puerto Plata during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAD to POP in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
You've done Puerto Plata, now it's time to discover other parts of the Dominican Republic. Journey about 161 kilometres south-east to Santo Domingo to check off its must-visit sights. From Catedral Primada de las Americas to Alcazar de Colon and The Cathedral of the Americas, your itinerary will be busy.
Santo Domingo Este is another well-known destination in the Dominican Republic and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata. No journey is complete without experiencing Lago los tres ojos, National Aquarium and La Cueva del Eden.
