Travelling from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 2 hours 30 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Punta Cana and Miami are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
Choose from 35 weekly flights from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. The 06:00 departure with Frontier Airlines is the earliest flight out from MIA to PUJ. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:21.
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Punta Cana (and then exploring more of Dominican Republic!) is easy with American Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between MIA and PUJ:
Las Americas International Airport
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport
Orlando International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Dominican Republic, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MIA to PUJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is R 1,758. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,838. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MIA to PUJ, book your trip 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
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 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 22 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near MIA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PUJ if you're catching a late flight from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport to central Punta Cana is about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Punta Cana. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Punta Cana is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Miami International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MIA to PUJ in March if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Punta Cana
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the top stays in Punta Cana right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from MIA to PUJ:
Bavaro Beach and Manati Park Bavaro are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Punta Cana travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to an al bandera Dominicana Park.
Complete your Punta Cana trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Punta Cana International Airport, browse our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Punta Cana stay.