Flying from Istanbul to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): What you need to know
Punta Cana is seven hours behind Istanbul. Punta Cana International Airport is located in Punta Cana, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Your flight from Istanbul to PUJ won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during high season in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Istanbul to PUJ that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Istanbul Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between IST and PUJ include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
IST is about 40 kilometers from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Istanbul Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Punta Cana International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Punta Cana International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and PUJ:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
SAW is around 48 kilometers from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Istanbul to PUJ flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
About Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Punta Cana International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near PUJ:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Punta Cana International Airport flight.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
From Punta Cana International Airport, central Punta Cana is around 11 kilometers away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city center by car.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Currently, AED 1,484 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Punta Cana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 3,270. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to PUJ, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Istanbul to Punta Cana International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Istanbul to PUJ couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Punta Cana International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ). March is when most people visit Punta Cana. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in December.
The warmest month in Punta Cana is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to PUJ plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Punta Cana International Airport in March when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Punta Cana
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Punta Cana International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Punta Cana:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Playa Bavaro Punta Cana, Bavaro Beach and Beach Activities/rentals are must-visits when exploring Punta Cana.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
You've seen Punta Cana, now it's time to explore other corners of the Dominican Republic. Journey around 161 kilometers west to Santo Domingo to tick off its leading attractions. From Catedral Primada de las Americas to Alcazar de Colon and The Cathedral of the Americas, your itinerary will be busy.
Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in the Dominican Republic and is around 153 kilometers west of Punta Cana. No journey is complete without seeing Lago los tres ojos, National Aquarium and La Cueva del Eden.
