Travelling from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Punta Cana is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Nottingham.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EMA to PUJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd love to explore a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from East Midlands Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Barcelona-El Prat Airport is a sought-after stop between EMA and PUJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Right now, £294 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £658. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EMA to PUJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport to Punta Cana International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from East Midlands Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)
When it comes to East Midlands Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach East Midlands Airport from central Nottingham, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near EMA. Whether you have an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Punta Cana International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
If you're coming in on a late East Midlands Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near PUJ:
Explore without limits with a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and see more of Punta Cana and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Punta Cana International Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport is roughly 12 miles from the centre of Punta Cana. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The quietest month for a flight from East Midlands Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Punta Cana based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Punta Cana is September, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from East Midlands Airport to Punta Cana International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
March sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from EMA to PUJ sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
You've done Punta Cana, now it's time to discover more of Dominican Republic. Journey around 100 miles west to Santo Domingo to tick off its leading sights. From Alcazar de Colon to National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Santo Domingo Este is another must-experience destination in Dominican Republic and is around 90 miles west of Punta Cana. No journey is complete without dropping by Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.