Flying from Denver to La Union Airport (POP): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Denver. Denver International Airport (DEN) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Denver to La Union Airport (POP) out of here.
La Union Airport is located in Puerto Plata. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is two hours ahead of Denver.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Denver to POP.
In peak travel periods, expect longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Denver to POP. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Denver International Airport (DEN). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Travelling from central Denver to DEN takes around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kms (25 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Denver to La Union Airport, consider Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. It's a short ride from Denver International Airport.
Denver International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from DEN arrive on schedule 80.23% of the time.
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
About La Union Airport (POP)
Reserve a hotel close to POP if you have a late flight from Denver to La Union Airport. Choose one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Grab a La Union Airport rental car and discover Puerto Plata and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and amerirent are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Denver to La Union Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver to La Union Airport (POP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Denver to La Union Airport is £347. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £584. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Denver to POP. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Denver to La Union Airport ticket.
Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Denver to POP by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when prices go down.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Denver to La Union Airport.
The best time to fly from Denver to La Union Airport (POP)
March is the most popular month for flights from Denver to La Union Airport (POP). Visit Puerto Plata in May if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Denver to POP plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Puerto Plata, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
February has temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Denver to La Union Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Puerto Plata
After booking your flight from Denver to La Union Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Puerto Plata:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Long Beach, Golden Beach (Playa Dorada) and Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Puerto Plata itinerary.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is just one of the many places in the Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Puerto Plata. Around 161 kms (100 miles) away to the south-east, top sights here include Alcazar de Colon, The Cathedral of the Americas and República Dominicana - Santo Domingod.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the Dominican Republic, head for Santo Domingo Este, about 161 kms (100 miles) south-east of Puerto Plata. Lago los tres ojos, Los Corales Park and National Aquarium are among its highlights.
