Flying from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to Punta Cana Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Around 7 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Punta Cana Airport.
Punta Cana's timezone is UTC-4, making Punta Cana one hour behind Sao Paulo.
Pack your bags and choose from 13 weekly Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Punta Cana Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your GRU to PUJ flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Punta Cana Airport, so jetting to Punta Cana (and then visiting more of the Dominican Republic!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to travel with Arajet on this route.
With 72.97% of services landing as planned, GOL Linhas Aéreas is the most punctual carrier operating GRU to PUJ flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Punta Cana Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between GRU and PUJ include:
Bogota Airport
Lima Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Handy information about Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
When it comes to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport's on-time performance, 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near GRU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Punta Cana Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
Consider booking a hotel near PUJ if you're on a late Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Punta Cana Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Punta Cana Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals to explore Punta Cana and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Punta Cana Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Punta Cana. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Punta Cana Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Punta Cana. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in September.
When booking your flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Punta Cana Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Punta Cana, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GRU to PUJ in March. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
You've visited Punta Cana, now it's time to discover more of the Dominican Republic. Journey around 161 kilometres 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, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in the Dominican Republic and is around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. No trip is complete without a visit to Lago los tres ojos, National Aquarium and La Cueva del Eden.






