Travelling from London to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): What you need to know
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is London's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from London to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) leaving from here.
Punta Cana is four hours behind London. Punta Cana International Airport is located in Punta Cana, which follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to PUJ.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from London to PUJ leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from London to Punta Cana International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can book a direct London to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) plane ticket out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Work out whether departing from LGW makes the most sense for you.
From LGW, direct flights from London to PUJ are available with British Airways.
British Airways takes the lead in bookings on the LGW to PUJ route.
Fly with British Airways if you prioritize punctuality. Its flights between London Gatwick Airport and Punta Cana International Airport land as scheduled 92.0% of the time.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Punta Cana International Airport. Check out these connections between London Gatwick Airport and PUJ:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Antigua V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your London to PUJ flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving on schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a few days, a stopover can make your journey feel a little more stress-free. When flying out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) stopping at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).
The journey to STN from the centre of London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Punta Cana International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, STN is a reliable starting point for your adventure.
About Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Consider staying in a hotel near PUJ if you're catching a late flight from London to Punta Cana International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
For the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your London to Punta Cana International Airport flight.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Central Punta Cana is around 11 kilometres from Punta Cana International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Punta Cana International Airport is $560. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $866. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from London to PUJ, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Punta Cana International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from London to PUJ.
Save money on your flight from London to Punta Cana International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
December is the quietest month for flights from London to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), while March is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Punta Cana based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your London to PUJ plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Punta Cana, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
March has temperatures of between 22ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from London to Punta Cana International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Punta Cana
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Punta Cana right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from London to Punta Cana International Airport:
Your trip to Punta Cana won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions worth exploring include Playa Bavaro Punta Cana, Bavaro Beach and Beach Activities/rentals.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
You've seen Punta Cana, now it's time to discover more of the Dominican Republic. Travel about 161 kilometres west to Santo Domingo to tick off its leading sights. From Catedral Primada de las Americas to Alcazar de Colon and The Cathedral of the Americas, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres west of Punta Cana, Santo Domingo Este is another favourite stop in the Dominican Republic. Experience major highlights starting with Lago los tres ojos, National Aquarium and La Cueva del Eden.