Flying from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Punta Cana is five hours behind Munich and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MUC to PUJ flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MUC and PUJ:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
R 4,403 is the lowest price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 9,481. These fares may change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from MUC to PUJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MUC to PUJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
71.34% of flights departing from Franz Josef Strauss Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Franz Josef Strauss Airport from central Munich, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MUC? If you're boarding an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Consider booking a hotel near PUJ if you're taking a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Punta Cana and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Punta Cana. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
March is the busiest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Punta Cana in May.
Lock in your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Punta Cana International Airport for September if you want to explore Punta Cana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MUC to PUJ in March if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Punta Cana has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres west of Punta Cana, a trip to Santo Domingo will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana, Santo Domingo Este is another favourite stop in Dominican Republic. Start your sightseeing at Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
