Flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) to Puerto Plata Airport (POP): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Puerto Plata Airport is 4 hours 15 minutes.
Puerto Plata's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Puerto Plata one hour ahead of Montreal.
Every week, there are five Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Puerto Plata Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your YUL to POP flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Puerto Plata Airport. When you're ready to start your Puerto Plata holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of the Dominican Republic:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air Transat on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers YUL to POP flights is Air Canada. Its services arrive as scheduled 75.0% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) to Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Puerto Plata Airport flight is R 3,220. A return ticket right now is R 5,520. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from YUL to POP, reserve your trip one month ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Puerto Plata Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from YUL to POP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Puerto Plata Airport.
Handy information about Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Of all flights departing from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport, 67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Montreal to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to YUL? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Puerto Plata Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
If you're coming in on a late Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Puerto Plata Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near POP:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Puerto Plata Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or amerirent to explore Puerto Plata and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Puerto Plata Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Puerto Plata Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
From Puerto Plata Airport, Puerto Plata is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
December is the busiest month for flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Puerto Plata Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Puerto Plata in September.
When reserving your flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Puerto Plata Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Puerto Plata, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YUL to POP around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the Dominican Republic you should also see. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata, a visit to Santo Domingo will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Catedral Primada de las Americas, Alcazar de Colon and The Cathedral of the Americas.
If you're looking to explore another corner of the Dominican Republic, head for Santo Domingo Este, about 177 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata. Lago los tres ojos, National Aquarium and La Cueva del Eden are key reasons to visit.
