Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is 10 hours 5 minutes.
Punta Cana is five hours behind Zurich and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ZRH to PUJ flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Edelweiss Air is your gateway to exploring Punta Cana (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Dominican Republic!). Check out the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Punta Cana International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Edelweiss Air.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Rs102,832 is currently the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs185,684. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from ZRH to PUJ by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
When it comes to Zurich Airport's on-time performance, 69.02% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it takes around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near ZRH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Punta Cana International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Reserve a hotel close to PUJ if you're on a late Zurich Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals to explore Punta Cana and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Punta Cana International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
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 about 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
March is the busiest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Punta Cana in May.
Book your flight from Zurich Airport to Punta Cana International Airport for September if you'd like to explore Punta Cana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to PUJ in March if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
You've visited Punta Cana, now it's time to discover other corners of Dominican Republic. Journey about 161 kilometres west to Santo Domingo to tick off its leading attractions. From Alcazar de Colon to National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana, Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in Dominican Republic. Start your sightseeing at Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.