Travelling from Mendoza Airport (MDZ) to Punta Cana Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Mendoza Airport to Punta Cana Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Punta Cana is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Mendoza.
There are three Mendoza Airport to Punta Cana Airport flights every week.
To ensure you get on your MDZ to PUJ flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Punta Cana (and then seeing more of the Dominican Republic!) is a breeze with Arajet. This popular airline has direct flights from Mendoza Airport to Punta Cana Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Arajet.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Mendoza Airport to Punta Cana Airport. Panama City Tocumen International Airport is a top stopover on the MDZ to PUJ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mendoza Airport (MDZ) to Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
Right now, $460 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Mendoza Airport to Punta Cana Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $839. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from MDZ to PUJ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Mendoza Airport to Punta Cana Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MDZ to PUJ.
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Handy information about Mendoza Airport (MDZ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Mendoza Airport, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Mendoza to Mendoza Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near MDZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Mendoza Airport to Punta Cana Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Mendoza Airport to Punta Cana Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PUJ instead:
Grab a Punta Cana Airport rental car and discover Punta Cana and beyond with your own wheels. Amerirent, Goldcar and Routes Car Rentals are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Punta Cana Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
April is the most popular month for flights from Mendoza Airport to Punta Cana Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Punta Cana in September.
Book your flight from Mendoza Airport to Punta Cana Airport for September if you want to explore Punta Cana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MDZ to PUJ in March if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
You've visited Punta Cana, now it's time to discover other corners of the Dominican Republic. Travel about 161 kilometres west to Santo Domingo to check off its leading sights. From Catedral Primada de las Americas to Alcazar de Colon and The Cathedral of the Americas, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in the Dominican Republic, head for Santo Domingo Este, about 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. Lago los tres ojos, National Aquarium and La Cueva del Eden are among the biggest draws.