Flying from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Punta Cana is five hours behind Lagos and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Your LOS to PUJ flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LOS and PUJ:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight is RM3,722. A return ticket is currently RM6,588. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from LOS to PUJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LOS to PUJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
64.68% of flights taking off from Murtala Muhammed International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Lagos to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to LOS:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PUJ instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Punta Cana and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
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 around 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 Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Punta Cana in May.
Lock in your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport for September if you'd like to explore Punta Cana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
March has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LOS to PUJ sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
You've done Punta Cana, now it's time to explore more of Dominican Republic. Journey around 161 kilometres west to Santo Domingo to check off its must-visit sights. From Alcazar de Colon to National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Santo Domingo Este is another standout destination in Dominican Republic and is around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. No journey is complete without experiencing Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
