Travelling from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Punta Cana's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Punta Cana four hours behind Newcastle.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your NCL to PUJ flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Newcastle International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Many travellers pass through Frankfurt Airport when flying between NCL and PUJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Right now, R 8,358 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 14,880. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from NCL to PUJ, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Newcastle International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Newcastle International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Of all flights departing from Newcastle International Airport, 71.29% land on time at their destination.
Newcastle International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Newcastle. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near NCL:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
If you're arriving on a late Newcastle International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near PUJ:
Go where the road takes you 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.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Punta Cana. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Newcastle International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is May, while March is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Punta Cana based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport for September if you want to go to Punta Cana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NCL to PUJ in March. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is just one of the many cities in Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Punta Cana. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana, Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in Dominican Republic. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
