Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Punta Cana International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 45 minutes.
Punta Cana's timezone is UTC-4, making Punta Cana five hours behind Madrid.
Every week, there are 11 Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, pick the 14:20 Air Europa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 16:55 with Air Europa.
Give yourself enough time to make your MAD to PUJ flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, so jetting off to Punta Cana (and then visiting more of Dominican Republic!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
World 2 Fly is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers MAD to PUJ flights is Air Europa. Its services land without delay 74.07% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MAD and PUJ include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Paris Orly Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
At the moment, Rs61,179 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs139,478. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from MAD to PUJ by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MAD to PUJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
78.23% of flights that depart Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Consider booking a hotel close to PUJ if you're taking a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals to explore Punta Cana and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. March is the most popular month to head to Punta Cana. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Punta Cana is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Punta Cana International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to PUJ in March. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Punta Cana has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Dominican Republic you'll want to see. About 161 kilometres west of Punta Cana, a trip to Santo Domingo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
If you're interested in discovering another side of 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 among the biggest draws.