Flying from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Punta Cana's timezone is UTC-4, making Punta Cana two hours ahead of Guatemala City.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your GUA to PUJ flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from La Aurora International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between GUA and PUJ include:
Tocumen International Airport
Miami International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
At the moment, Rs50,791 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way La Aurora International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs88,950. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from GUA to PUJ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from GUA to PUJ is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from La Aurora International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
La Aurora International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from GUA land at their destination as scheduled 84.05% of the time.
La Aurora International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Guatemala City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from La Aurora International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near GUA:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a La Aurora International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PUJ instead:
Grab a Punta Cana International Airport rental car and discover Punta Cana and beyond with your own wheels. Amerirent, Goldcar and Routes Car Rentals are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Punta Cana International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Punta Cana. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. March is the most popular month to head to Punta Cana. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Punta Cana, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from GUA to PUJ in March if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is just one of the many places in Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered after you've seen Punta Cana. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Dominican Republic, consider Santo Domingo Este, roughly 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place are key highlights.