Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to La Union Airport (POP): what you need to know
Puerto Plata's timezone is UTC-4, making Puerto Plata three hours ahead of Portland.
Leave enough time to catch your PDX to POP flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland International Airport to La Union Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between PDX and POP:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to La Union Airport (POP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Portland International Airport to La Union Airport flight is R 8,193. A round-trip ticket right now is R 21,821. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PDX to POP if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport to La Union Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from PDX to POP.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Portland International Airport to La Union Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PDX touch down on schedule 83.65% of the time.
To reach Portland International Airport from central Portland, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Portland International Airport to La Union Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near PDX:
Arriving at La Union Airport (POP)
If you're coming in on a late Portland International Airport to La Union Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near POP:
Pick up a La Union Airport rental car and discover Puerto Plata and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and amerirent are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from La Union Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from La Union Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
La Union Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Puerto Plata. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to La Union Airport (POP)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland International Airport to La Union Airport is May, while March is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Puerto Plata based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Portland International Airport to La Union Airport for August if you'd like to go to Puerto Plata during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PDX to POP in February. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
You've done Puerto Plata, now it's time to discover more of Dominican Republic. Travel about 161 kilometres south-east to Santo Domingo to tick off its top sights. From Alcazar de Colon to National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Dominican Republic, head for Santo Domingo Este, roughly 177 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata. Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place are among the biggest draws.
