Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to La Union Airport (POP): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to La Union Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours.
Puerto Plata is five hours behind Zurich and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your ZRH to POP flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Edelweiss Air has direct flights from Zurich Airport to La Union Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Puerto Plata — and maybe even more of Dominican Republic if time allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Edelweiss Air.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to La Union Airport (POP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to La Union Airport flight is 347 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 807 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from ZRH to POP by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to La Union Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ZRH to POP.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zurich Airport, 69.02% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to La Union Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ZRH:
Arriving at La Union Airport (POP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Zurich Airport to La Union Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near POP instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a La Union Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or amerirent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Puerto Plata and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from La Union Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from La Union Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
From La Union Airport, Puerto Plata is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to La Union Airport (POP)
March is the busiest month for flights from Zurich Airport to La Union Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Puerto Plata in May.
Before locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to La Union Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Puerto Plata, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to POP in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is just one of the many cities in Dominican Republic waiting to be explored after you've experienced Puerto Plata. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Around 177 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata, Santo Domingo Este is another favourite stop in Dominican Republic. Experience major highlights starting with Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.