Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Punta Cana's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Miami.
Every week, there are 35 Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, go for the 06:00 Frontier Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 14:54 with Frontier Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MIA to PUJ flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, so jetting to Punta Cana (and then discovering more of Dominican Republic!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MIA to PUJ flights. An impressive 81.25% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MIA and PUJ:
Las Americas International Airport
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
At the moment, 88 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 191 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from MIA to PUJ by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
76.14% of flights that leave from Miami International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Miami International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Miami. If you're driving, catching a cab 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 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MIA:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
If you're arriving on a late Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near PUJ:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Punta Cana and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Punta Cana International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Punta Cana. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
March is the busiest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Punta Cana in May.
Book your flight from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport for September if you want to visit Punta Cana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MIA to PUJ in March. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is just one of the many places in Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered after you've seen Punta Cana. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Santo Domingo Este is another standout destination in Dominican Republic and is around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. No trip is complete without dropping by Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.