Travelling from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport (SAV) to Punta Cana Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Punta Cana's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Punta Cana one hour ahead of Savannah.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SAV to PUJ flight.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport to Punta Cana Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SAV and PUJ:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Miami International Airport
Handy information about Savannah / Hilton Head Airport (SAV)
The address for SAV is 400 Airways Avenue.
Savannah / Hilton Head Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart SAV arrive at their destination on time.
Central Savannah to Savannah / Hilton Head Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near SAV? If you're boarding an early flight from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport to Punta Cana Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
Reserve a hotel close to PUJ if you're catching a late Savannah / Hilton Head Airport to Punta Cana Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a 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 and explore beyond Punta Cana's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Punta Cana Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport to Punta Cana Airport is September, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Punta Cana based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Savannah / Hilton Head 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.
March has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SAV to PUJ around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
You've visited Punta Cana, now it's time to explore other corners of the Dominican Republic. Travel around 161 kilometres west to Santo Domingo to tick off its leading sights. From Catedral Primada de las Americas to Alcazar de Colon and The Cathedral of the Americas, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Santo Domingo Este is another well-known destination in the Dominican Republic and is around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. No trip is complete without seeing Lago los tres ojos, National Aquarium and La Cueva del Eden.
