Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Cana International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 30 minutes.
Punta Cana's timezone is UTC-4, making Punta Cana one hour behind Santiago.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SCL to PUJ flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
LATAM Airlines offers direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Punta Cana — and maybe even more of Dominican Republic if you have time.
LATAM Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates SCL to PUJ flights is LATAM Airlines. Its services land as planned 73.91% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SCL and PUJ include:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
Jorge Chavez International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
At the moment, 190 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 340 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book eight months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SCL to PUJ.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SCL to PUJ by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
82.58% of flights leaving Arturo Merino Benitez Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of SCL.
To get to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport from central Santiago, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Cana International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SCL:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
If you're landing on a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PUJ:
Travel at your own speed with a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and experience more of Punta Cana and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport to the centre of Punta Cana has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Punta Cana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Punta Cana is September, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Punta Cana International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SCL to PUJ in March. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Punta Cana has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Dominican Republic you should also see. Around 161 kilometres west of Punta Cana, a visit to Santo Domingo will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
If you want to check out another corner of Dominican Republic, head for Santo Domingo Este, roughly 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place are highlights.