Travelling from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Cartagena is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Punta Cana.
Each week, there are 12 Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, pick the 08:45 Air Century flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 15:00 with Neos.
Leave enough time to make your PUJ to CTG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like March, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Cartagena (and then discovering more of Colombia!) is a breeze with Neos. This popular airline has direct flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Neos.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PUJ and CTG:
El Dorado International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight is R 1,609. A return plane ticket is currently R 4,602. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PUJ to CTG.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PUJ to CTG by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Of all flights departing from Punta Cana International Airport, 72.84% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Punta Cana International Airport from central Punta Cana, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel near PUJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Reserve a hotel near CTG if you're taking a late Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar to explore Cartagena and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Rafael Nunez International Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
Rafael Nunez International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Cartagena. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The quietest month for a flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Cartagena based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cartagena, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PUJ to CTG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cartagena. Around 467 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Colombia, head for Barranquilla, about 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena. La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro are among its highlights.