Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Orlando and Punta Cana are both in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
You can choose from 17 weekly Orlando International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Frontier Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Frontier Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 12:54.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MCO to PUJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You can fly nonstop to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Jet off with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport:
Most passengers choose to travel with JetBlue Airways on this route.
With an impressive 92.0% of services arriving as scheduled, JetBlue Airways is the most punctual carrier for MCO to PUJ flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MCO and PUJ:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Miami International Airport
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Right now, Rs46,232 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs98,274. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from MCO to PUJ by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MCO to PUJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Orlando International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
78.28% of flights departing from Orlando International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Orlando International Airport from central Orlando, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near MCO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
If you're coming in on a late Orlando International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near PUJ:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and explore beyond Punta Cana's main sights.
Booking your ride from Punta Cana International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
From Punta Cana International Airport, Punta Cana is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
March is the most popular month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Punta Cana in May.
Book your flight from Orlando International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport for September if you'd like to go to Punta Cana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MCO to PUJ in March if you want to travel in 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 cities in Dominican Republic waiting to be explored after you've seen Punta Cana. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
If you want to check out another major stop in Dominican Republic, head for Santo Domingo Este, about 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place are the start of reasons to visit.