Flying from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Punta Cana's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Wilmington.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ILM to PUJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Wilmington International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between ILM and PUJ:
Miami International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
$396 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Wilmington International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,025. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ILM to PUJ if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
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Handy information about Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
ILM is located at 1740 Airport Boulevard.
79.81% of flights that take off from Wilmington International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Wilmington International Airport from central Wilmington, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 2 hours 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near ILM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Wilmington International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Book a hotel close to PUJ if you're on a late Wilmington International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and experience more of Punta Cana and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Punta Cana International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Punta Cana. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. March is the busiest month to visit Punta Cana. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport for September if you want to explore Punta Cana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ILM to PUJ in March if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
You've done Punta Cana, now it's time to explore more of Dominican Republic. Travel around 161 kilometres west to Santo Domingo to check off its must-visit sights. From Alcazar de Colon to National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana, Santo Domingo Este is another favourite stop in Dominican Republic. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.