Travelling from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
The timezone in Quito is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Punta Cana.
Your PUJ to UIO flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Punta Cana International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between PUJ and UIO:
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
$207 is currently the best price for a one-way Punta Cana International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $429. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from PUJ to UIO, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
Handy information about Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Of the flights that depart from Punta Cana International Airport, 72.84% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Punta Cana International Airport from central Punta Cana, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy hotel near PUJ? If you've booked an early flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Punta Cana International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near UIO instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Mariscal Sucre International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nazcar Rent a Car or Goldcar and explore beyond Quito's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Mariscal Sucre International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
Mariscal Sucre International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Quito. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
It takes around 2 hours 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Quito. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport for August if you want to visit Quito during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PUJ to UIO in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've seen Quito, now it's time to discover other parts of Ecuador. Journey about 274 kilometres south-west to Guayaquil to tick off its must-visit sights. From Malecon 2000 to Las Penas and Parque Historico Guayaquil, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Ecuador, head for Cuenca, roughly 306 kilometres south of Quito. El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca are among its highlights.