Travelling from Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Punta Cana is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Jackson.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your JAN to PUJ flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between JAN and PUJ:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
William P. Hobby Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
RM2,319 is currently the best price for a one-way Jackson-Evers International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Return flights start at RM2,826. These fares can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from JAN to PUJ, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from JAN to PUJ is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN)
JAN is located at 100 International Drive, Suite 300.
Jackson-Evers International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from JAN touch down on schedule 81.39% of the time.
To get to Jackson-Evers International Airport from central Jackson, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near JAN:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Reserve a hotel close to PUJ if you're on a late Jackson-Evers International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Punta Cana International Airport rental car and discover Punta Cana and beyond with your own wheels. Amerirent, Goldcar and Routes Car Rentals are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Punta Cana International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport to central 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)
March is the most popular month for flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Punta Cana in May.
The warmest month in Punta Cana is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JAN to PUJ in March. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
You've done Punta Cana, now it's time to discover other parts of Dominican Republic. Travel around 161 kilometres west to Santo Domingo to check off its popular sights. From Alcazar de Colon to National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Santo Domingo Este is another sought-after destination in Dominican Republic and is around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. No journey is complete without visiting Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
