Travelling from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour.
Punta Cana's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as San Juan.
Flights from SJU to PUJ start from 06:10 — the earliest with Frontier Airlines. The last departure is at 19:06 with JetBlue Airways. In total, you can choose from 27 weekly Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SJU to PUJ flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
JetBlue Airways has direct flights from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Punta Cana — and maybe even more of Dominican Republic if your schedule allows.
JetBlue Airways is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With a reliable 82.46% of services arriving as scheduled, JetBlue Airways has the best on-time performance for SJU to PUJ flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SJU and PUJ include:
Las Americas International Airport
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
$113 is the best price for a one-way Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $255. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from SJU to PUJ, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, data shows 73.65% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central San Juan to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SJU:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Consider booking a hotel close to PUJ if you're on a late Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and see more of Punta Cana and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
From Punta Cana International Airport, Punta Cana is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. March is the busiest month to visit Punta Cana. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Punta Cana, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SJU to PUJ in March. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
You've visited Punta Cana, now it's time to explore other corners of Dominican Republic. Travel around 161 kilometres west to Santo Domingo to tick off its top sights. From Alcazar de Colon to National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Dominican Republic, consider Santo Domingo Este, about 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place are key highlights.