Flying from Bucharest to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): What you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Punta Cana is UTC-4, which is six hours behind Bucharest. Punta Cana International Airport is located in Punta Cana.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Bucharest to PUJ.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bucharest to PUJ. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The journey from central Bucharest to OTP takes about 1 hour 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bucharest to Punta Cana International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights leaving Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% touch down on time at their destination.
About Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
If you have a late flight from Bucharest to Punta Cana International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PUJ:
Grab a Punta Cana International Airport rental car and explore Punta Cana and beyond with your own set of wheels. Amerirent, Goldcar and Routes Car Rentals are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Bucharest to Punta Cana International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Punta Cana International Airport is RM1,543. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM3,014. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Bucharest to PUJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Cheap Bucharest to Punta Cana International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Bucharest to PUJ.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bucharest to Punta Cana International Airport.
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ). Visit Punta Cana in May for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Bucharest to PUJ plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Punta Cana, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
March has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Punta Cana International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Punta Cana
Start your Punta Cana trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Punta Cana International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Playa Bavaro Punta Cana, Bavaro Beach and Playa Bonita are attractions you won't want to skip in Punta Cana.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
Punta Cana has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the Dominican Republic just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres west of Punta Cana, a trip to Santo Domingo will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Alcazar de Colon, The Cathedral of the Americas and República Dominicana - Santo Domingod.
Around 153 kilometres west of Punta Cana, Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in the Dominican Republic. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lago los tres ojos, Los Corales Park and National Aquarium.