Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Punta Cana is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Edinburgh.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your EDI to PUJ flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between EDI and PUJ:
London Gatwick Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Right now, $1,085 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,140. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from EDI to PUJ, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights that leave from Edinburgh Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Punta Cana International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
If you're coming in on a late Edinburgh Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage 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 top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Punta Cana. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. March is the busiest month to head to Punta Cana. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Punta Cana International Airport for September if you want to explore Punta Cana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from EDI 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
Santo Domingo is just one of the many places in Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Punta Cana. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Dominican Republic, head for Santo Domingo Este, roughly 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place are among its highlights.