Travelling from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Punta Cana is one hour ahead of Lafayette and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your LFT to PUJ flight.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lafayette Regional Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between LFT and PUJ:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
At the moment, Rs152,308 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lafayette Regional Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs251,595. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from LFT to PUJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Lafayette Regional Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from LFT to PUJ couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lafayette Regional Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)
You'll find LFT at 200 Terminal Drive.
84.15% of flights leaving Lafayette Regional Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from LFT.
Central Lafayette to Lafayette Regional Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near LFT. Whether you're taking an early flight from Lafayette Regional Airport to Punta Cana International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Reserve a hotel near PUJ if you have a late Lafayette Regional Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and explore beyond Punta Cana's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Punta Cana International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport to the centre of Punta Cana has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
March is the most popular month for flights from Lafayette Regional Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Punta Cana in May.
The warmest month in Punta Cana is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Lafayette Regional Airport to Punta Cana International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
March has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LFT to PUJ around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
You've seen Punta Cana, now it's time to discover other corners of Dominican Republic. Travel around 161 kilometres west to Santo Domingo to tick off its leading attractions. From Alcazar de Colon to National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Dominican Republic, head for Santo Domingo Este, roughly 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place are highlights.
