Flying from Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) to Bogota Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Punta Cana Airport to Bogota Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Bogota's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Bogota one hour behind Punta Cana.
Choose from 29 weekly Punta Cana Airport to Bogota Airport flights. The 07:30 departure with Arajet is the earliest you can take. Wingo operates the last service of the day at 21:54.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your PUJ to BOG flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Punta Cana Airport to Bogota Airport. When you're ready to start your Bogota holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Colombia:
Avianca is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The most punctual carrier offering PUJ to BOG flights is Avianca. Its services land as scheduled 72.79% of the time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Punta Cana Airport to Bogota Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PUJ and BOG:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) to Bogota Airport (BOG)
Right now, $198 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Punta Cana Airport to Bogota Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $440. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book four months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from PUJ to BOG.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Punta Cana Airport to Bogota Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Punta Cana Airport to Bogota Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
Of all flights departing from Punta Cana Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Punta Cana Airport from central Punta Cana, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Punta Cana Airport to Bogota Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near PUJ:
Arriving at Bogota Airport (BOG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BOG if you're on a late Punta Cana Airport to Bogota Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Bogota Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Bogota and beyond.
Booking your ride from Bogota Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Bogota Airport (BOG)
November is the most popular month for flights from Punta Cana Airport to Bogota Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Bogota in March.
Book your flight from Punta Cana Airport to Bogota Airport for September if you'd like to go to Bogota during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC and 20ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PUJ to BOG in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Bogota, now it's time to discover other corners of Colombia. Journey about 306 kilometres south-west to Cali to check off its must-visit sights. From Cristo Rey to El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Colombia, consider Medellin, roughly 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13 are the start of reasons to visit.