Flying from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Houston: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 12 minutes.
Houston is 1 hour behind Punta Cana, where Punta Cana International Airport is located. Houston operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
With 8 flights a week between the two airports, Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the busiest route. United operates the earliest flight at 12:18. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from PUJ to IAH is with United at 15:20.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from PUJ to Houston. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston that touches down at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Look out for offers from United. This carrier operates direct flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston.
We make it easy to find a flight from PUJ to Houston with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
If you have a passport from Dominican Republic, you will need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
PUJ is about 19 kilometres from central Punta Cana. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 28 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near PUJ:
How to find the cheapest flights from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Houston
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston is C$304. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$588. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from PUJ to Houston by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 20 minutes.
It takes around 49 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Book a hotel close to IAH if you have a late flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 22 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near HOU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from PUJ to Houston:
Best time to go to Houston
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Houston, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from PUJ to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Houston right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are must-do's during your Houston adventure.
Complete your Houston trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Houston and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Houston.
