Travelling from Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Punta Cana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 10 minutes.
Chicago is two hours behind Punta Cana and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Each week, there are 21 Punta Cana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your PUJ to ORD flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
A good range of airlines operate direct flights from Punta Cana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Fly nonstop to Chicago with these popular carriers and discover this incredible part of the United States:
American Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PUJ to ORD flights. An impressive 81.58% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Punta Cana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between PUJ and ORD:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Miami International Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Punta Cana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight is R 2,736. A round-trip fare is currently R 5,260. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from PUJ to ORD, reserve your trip one month before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Punta Cana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PUJ to ORD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Punta Cana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Punta Cana Airport, data shows 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Punta Cana to Punta Cana Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near PUJ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Punta Cana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider booking a hotel close to ORD if you're taking a late Punta Cana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Punta Cana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Punta Cana Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PUJ to ORD sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, consider Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are key highlights.