Travelling from Philadelphia to Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport (POP): What you need to know
The timezone in Puerto Plata is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Philadelphia. Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport is located in Puerto Plata.
To ensure you catch your flight from Philadelphia to POP, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
July is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like July Fourth, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to POP. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
PHL is about 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. 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. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is about 48 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Philadelphia to POP flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport:
76% of flights departing Trenton-Mercer Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The street address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport (POP)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Philadelphia to Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near POP instead:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
Central Puerto Plata is around 18 kilometres from Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport and takes about 25 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.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport (POP)
265 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport. A return flight starts from 762 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to POP if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Philadelphia to Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport (POP)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. September is the quietest month to go to Puerto Plata. March is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport (POP), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Puerto Plata is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Philadelphia to POP plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport in January when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Puerto Plata
Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Intl Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Puerto Plata:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Puerto Plata when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Long Beach followed by Golden Beach (Playa Dorada) and Puerto Plata Cable Car.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
You've seen Puerto Plata, now it's time to discover other corners of the Dominican Republic. Journey about 161 kilometres southeast to Santo Domingo to tick off its top sights. From Catedral Primada de las Americas to Alcazar de Colon and The Cathedral of the Americas, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 161 kilometres southeast of Puerto Plata, Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in the Dominican Republic. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lago los tres ojos, National Aquarium and La Cueva del Eden.