Travelling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Punta Cana is one hour behind Sao Paulo and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Choose from 17 weekly Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flights. The 15:40 departure with Gol is the earliest flight you can take. Gol operates the last service of the day at 15:40.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your GRU to PUJ flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Gol is your ticket to exploring Punta Cana (and perhaps some other great parts of Dominican Republic!). Check out the direct flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Gol.
Gol is the most punctual carrier that offers GRU to PUJ flights. A reliable 87.88% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between GRU and PUJ:
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Jorge Chavez International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight is C$165. A return ticket is currently C$339. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from GRU to PUJ by booking at least nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Pick 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 Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
75.54% of flights that leave from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to GRU? If you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Reserve a hotel close to PUJ if you're taking a late Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and find adventure across Punta Cana and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Punta Cana International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
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)
The quietest month for a flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Punta Cana based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Punta Cana is September, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from GRU to PUJ in March if you'd rather travel during 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 parts of Dominican Republic waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres west of Punta Cana, a trip to Santo Domingo will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana, Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in Dominican Republic. Start your sightseeing at Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.