Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is 6 hours 35 minutes.
Punta Cana is two hours ahead of Calgary and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your YYC to PUJ flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
WestJet offers direct flights from Calgary International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Punta Cana — and maybe even more of Dominican Republic if your schedule allows.
WestJet tops the list for bookings on this route.
WestJet is the most punctual carrier offering YYC to PUJ flights. An impressive 84.21% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
RM649 is the lowest price for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Return flights start at RM1,250. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from YYC to PUJ.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
65.39% of flights leaving from Calgary International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Calgary International Airport from central Calgary, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel close to YYC? If you're boarding an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
If you're getting in on a late Calgary International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PUJ:
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.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
From Punta Cana International Airport, Punta Cana is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
March is the most popular month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Punta Cana in May.
Book your flight from Calgary International 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 (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YYC to PUJ in March if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Punta Cana has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres west of Punta Cana, a trip to Santo Domingo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana, Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in Dominican Republic. No visit is complete without checking out Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.