Flying from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to La Union Airport (POP): what you need to know
Puerto Plata's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Puerto Plata one hour 30 minutes behind St John's.
Your YYT to POP flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to La Union Airport (POP)
Currently, £372 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way St. John's International Airport to La Union Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £469. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YYT to POP if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from St. John's International Airport to La Union Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from YYT to POP.
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Handy information about St. John's International Airport (YYT)
62.67% of flights leaving from St. John's International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
St. John's International Airport is around 6 miles from central St John's. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near YYT. Whether you've booked an early flight from St. John's International Airport to La Union Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at La Union Airport (POP)
If you're getting in on a late St. John's International Airport to La Union Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near POP:
Grab a La Union Airport rental car and explore Puerto Plata and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and amerirent are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from La Union Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from La Union Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
La Union Airport to the centre of Puerto Plata has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 12 miles away.
When to fly to La Union Airport (POP)
The quietest month for a flight from St. John's International Airport to La Union Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Puerto Plata based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from St. John's International Airport to La Union Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Puerto Plata, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YYT to POP sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is just one of the many places in Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Puerto Plata. Around 100 miles away to the south-east, its top attractions include Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in Dominican Republic and is around 110 miles south-east of Puerto Plata. No trip is complete without dropping by Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
