Flying from Sacramento to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): What you need to know
Sacramento's main base, Sacramento International Airport (SMF), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Sacramento to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ).
Punta Cana is three hours ahead of Sacramento. Punta Cana International Airport is located in Punta Cana, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Sacramento to PUJ.
During peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Sacramento to PUJ leaving from Sacramento International Airport (SMF), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Sacramento to SMF takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you're searching for somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Punta Cana International Airport, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. It's a short drive from Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that depart SMF reach their destination without delay.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
You can arrive at SCK from the centre of Sacramento in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 3 hours 20 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Like to add an extra day to your getaway? Consider staying at a hotel near Stockton Airport the night before your Sacramento to PUJ flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton are waiting to check you in.
55.67% of flights departing Stockton Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The street address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Have a late flight from Sacramento to Punta Cana International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near PUJ and get cosy, quick:
Travel at your own speed with a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and discover more of Punta Cana and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Sacramento to Punta Cana International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
At the moment, RM963 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Punta Cana International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,760. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Sacramento to PUJ. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Sacramento to Punta Cana International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Sacramento to PUJ.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Sacramento to Punta Cana International Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Sacramento to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
July is when most people book flights from Sacramento to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ). Plan your visit to Punta Cana in May for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Punta Cana is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Sacramento to PUJ plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Sacramento to Punta Cana International Airport in March when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Punta Cana
Start your Punta Cana trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Punta Cana International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Playa Bavaro Punta Cana, Bavaro Beach and Playa Bonita are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Punta Cana itinerary.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
You've done Punta Cana, now it's time to discover other parts of the Dominican Republic. Journey around 161 kilometres west to Santo Domingo to check off its top sights. From Alcazar de Colon to The Cathedral of the Americas and República Dominicana - Santo Domingod, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres west of Punta Cana, Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in the Dominican Republic. Start your sightseeing at Lago los tres ojos, Los Corales Park and National Aquarium.