Travelling from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Puerto Plata Airport (POP): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Puerto Plata is one hour ahead of Miami and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Flights from MIA to POP start at 10:00 — the first with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 13:04 with American Airlines. Overall, you can choose from ten weekly Miami International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MIA to POP flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Jetting into Puerto Plata (and then exploring more of the Dominican Republic!) is a cinch with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Miami International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MIA to POP flights, with 74.62% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Miami International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MIA and POP include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Miami International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport flight is $425. A return plane ticket is currently $780. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from MIA to POP by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MIA to POP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Miami International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Of the departures from Miami International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
Miami International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Miami. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Miami International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MIA:
Arriving at Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
Consider booking a hotel near POP if you're taking a late Miami International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Puerto Plata Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or amerirent to explore Puerto Plata and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Puerto Plata Airport around four weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
December is the most popular month for flights from Miami International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Puerto Plata in September.
Lock in your flight from Miami International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport for August if you'd like to explore Puerto Plata during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MIA to POP in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is just one of the many cities in the Dominican Republic waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Puerto Plata. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Catedral Primada de las Americas, Alcazar de Colon and The Cathedral of the Americas.
Santo Domingo Este is another well-known destination in the Dominican Republic and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata. No journey is complete without a visit to Lago los tres ojos, National Aquarium and La Cueva del Eden.


