Flying from Las Vegas to La Union Airport (POP): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Las Vegas. Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Las Vegas to La Union Airport (POP) jetting off from here.
La Union Airport is located in Puerto Plata. The city runs on the UTC-4 timezone and is three hours ahead of Las Vegas.
To ensure you get on your flight from Las Vegas to POP, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Las Vegas to POP. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Travelling from central Las Vegas to LAS takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Las Vegas to La Union Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport):
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82.07% of flights that take off from LAS arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
About La Union Airport (POP)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Las Vegas to La Union Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near POP instead:
Pick up a La Union Airport rental car and explore Puerto Plata and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and amerirent are top providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Las Vegas to La Union Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to La Union Airport (POP)
R 5,569 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Las Vegas to La Union Airport. Return flights start from R 8,320. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Las Vegas to POP. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Las Vegas to La Union Airport ticket.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Las Vegas to POP is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Las Vegas to La Union Airport.
The best time to fly from Las Vegas to La Union Airport (POP)
May is the quietest month for flights from Las Vegas to La Union Airport (POP), while March is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Puerto Plata based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Las Vegas to POP plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Puerto Plata, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Las Vegas to La Union Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Puerto Plata
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Puerto Plata right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Las Vegas to La Union Airport:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Long Beach, Golden Beach (Playa Dorada) and Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car are essential stops on your Puerto Plata itinerary.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is just one of the many cities in the Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered after you've seen Puerto Plata. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Alcazar de Colon, The Cathedral of the Americas and República Dominicana - Santo Domingod.
Around 161 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata, Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in the Dominican Republic. Start your sightseeing at Lago los tres ojos, Los Corales Park and National Aquarium.
