Flying from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Punta Cana is one hour ahead of Kansas City and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MCI to PUJ flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kansas City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MCI and PUJ include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
At the moment, $335 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $709. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MCI to PUJ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MCI to PUJ.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kansas City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
You'll find MCI at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
Kansas City International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from MCI land at their destination as scheduled 81.34% of the time.
Central Kansas City to Kansas City International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near MCI:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kansas City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PUJ instead:
Pick up a Punta Cana International Airport rental car and explore Punta Cana and beyond with your own wheels. Amerirent, Goldcar and Routes Car Rentals are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Punta Cana. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Kansas City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Punta Cana based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport for September if you want to go to Punta Cana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MCI to PUJ in March if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Punta Cana has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Dominican Republic you should also see. Around 161 kilometres west of Punta Cana, a trip to Santo Domingo will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
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.