Travelling from Los Angeles to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Los Angeles has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The timezone in Punta Cana is UTC-4, which is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Punta Cana International Airport is located in Punta Cana.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to PUJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
July is a busy travel month. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from Los Angeles to PUJ departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
LAX is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the best route and available public transport options.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Split up your flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Van Nuys Airport and PUJ include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can get to VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in about 34 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
You're off on vacation, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your flight from Los Angeles to PUJ:
About Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PUJ instead:
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Punta Cana. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
For a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Punta Cana International Airport, C$307 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from C$642. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change depending on availability.
To pick up flight tickets from Los Angeles to PUJ, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Punta Cana, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
When booking your flight from Los Angeles to PUJ, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Punta Cana, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana International Airport in March when temperatures average between 22ºC and 28ºC.
More about Punta Cana
Start your Punta Cana trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Bavaro Beach and Manati Park Bavaro are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Punta Cana to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to an al bandera Dominicana Park.
Complete your Punta Cana trip with a car rental
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