Flying from Vancouver to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): What you need to know
When organising your flight from Vancouver to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), there's a good range of airports you can start your trip from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's main options.
The timezone in Punta Cana is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Vancouver. Punta Cana International Airport is located in Punta Cana.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Vancouver to PUJ.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Punta Cana International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
71.77% of flights that take off from Vancouver International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in around 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Vancouver to PUJ flight? Kick back in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is roughly 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Abbotsford Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Vancouver to Punta Cana International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 67.97%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Punta Cana International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near PUJ and turn in quicker:
Pick up a Punta Cana International Airport rental car and explore Punta Cana and beyond with your own set of wheels. Amerirent, Goldcar and Routes Car Rentals are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Punta Cana International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Punta Cana International Airport is $295. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $576. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Vancouver to PUJ, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Vancouver to Punta Cana International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ). Visit Punta Cana in May for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Punta Cana is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Vancouver to PUJ flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Punta Cana International Airport in March if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Punta Cana
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Punta Cana right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Punta Cana International Airport:
Your trip to Punta Cana won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that are worth your time include Playa Bavaro Punta Cana, Bavaro Beach and Playa Bonita.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
Punta Cana has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the Dominican Republic just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres west of Punta Cana, a visit to Santo Domingo will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Alcazar de Colon, The Cathedral of the Americas and República Dominicana - Santo Domingod.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in the Dominican Republic, consider Santo Domingo Este, roughly 153 kilometres west of Punta Cana. Lago los tres ojos, Los Corales Park and National Aquarium are highlights.
