Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to La Union Airport (POP): what you need to know
Puerto Plata is five hours behind Vienna and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your VIE to POP flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to La Union Airport (POP)
R 9,398 is currently the best price for a one-way Vienna International Airport to La Union Airport flight. Return flights start from R 14,700. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from VIE to POP. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Vienna International Airport to La Union Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from VIE to POP.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Vienna International Airport to La Union Airport.
Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
78.59% of flights leaving from Vienna International Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Vienna International Airport from central Vienna, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near VIE. Whether you have an early flight from Vienna International Airport to La Union Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at La Union Airport (POP)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Vienna International Airport to La Union Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near POP instead:
Pick up a La Union Airport rental car and discover Puerto Plata and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and amerirent are well-known companies to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from La Union Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from La Union Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
From La Union Airport, Puerto Plata is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to La Union Airport (POP)
The quietest month for a flight from Vienna International Airport to La Union Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Puerto Plata based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Vienna International Airport to La Union Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Puerto Plata, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VIE to POP in February. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata, a visit to Santo Domingo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Santo Domingo Este is another favourite destination in Dominican Republic and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata. No trip is complete without visiting Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.