Flying from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Puerto Plata Airport (POP): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours.
Puerto Plata is one hour ahead of Boston and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your BOS to POP flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
JetBlue is your gateway to discovering Puerto Plata (and perhaps some other great parts of the Dominican Republic!). Check out the direct flights from Boston Logan International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with jetBlue on this route.
JetBlue is the most punctual carrier that operates BOS to POP flights, with 66.67% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Boston Logan International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BOS and POP include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
New York Newark Airport
Handy information about Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
BOS's address is One Harborside Drive.
75% of flights that leave from Boston Logan International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Boston Logan International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Boston. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near BOS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Boston Logan International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near POP instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Puerto Plata Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or amerirent to explore Puerto Plata and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Puerto Plata Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Puerto Plata Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
From Puerto Plata Airport, Puerto Plata is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Puerto Plata. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in September.
When reserving your flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Puerto Plata Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Puerto Plata, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BOS to POP in January. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is just one of the many cities in the Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Puerto Plata. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Catedral Primada de las Americas, Alcazar de Colon and The Cathedral of the Americas.
Around 177 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata, Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in the Dominican Republic. Start your sightseeing at Lago los tres ojos, National Aquarium and La Cueva del Eden.