Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to La Union Airport (POP): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to La Union Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.
Charlotte and Puerto Plata share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Take your pick of three weekly Charlotte Douglas International Airport to La Union Airport flights. The 09:20 departure with American Airlines is the earliest available. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 11:05.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CLT to POP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Travelling to Puerto Plata (and then seeing more of Dominican Republic!) is a breeze with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to La Union Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers CLT to POP flights, with 68.29% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to La Union Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between CLT and POP:
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to La Union Airport (POP)
Right now, $559 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to La Union Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $974. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CLT to POP.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to La Union Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to La Union Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of the departures from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Charlotte to Charlotte Douglas International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 4 hours 55 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CLT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to La Union Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at La Union Airport (POP)
If you're coming in on a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to La Union Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near POP:
Begin your adventure by picking up a La Union Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or amerirent and explore beyond Puerto Plata's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from La Union Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from La Union Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
From La Union Airport, Puerto Plata is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to La Union Airport (POP)
The quietest month for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to La Union Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Puerto Plata based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Puerto Plata is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to La Union 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 CLT to POP in February. Average temperatures are between 19ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Dominican Republic waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata, a trip to Santo Domingo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Around 177 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata, Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in Dominican Republic. Experience major highlights starting with Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
