Flying from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): What you need to know
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is Tampa's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) taking off from here.
2 hours 50 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport flight.
Tampa and Punta Cana (where Punta Cana International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Tampa to PUJ.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) will have you traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) take off from this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport with Frontier Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from TPA.
Frontier Airlines is the airline most travelers choose for flights from TPA to PUJ.
Located around 13 kilometers from the center of Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to Tampa International Airport:
78.59% of flights departing from Tampa International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Break up your flight from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport with a stop at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). A main stopover between St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport and PUJ, it's a great opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
PIE is about 29 kilometers from central Tampa. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Tampa to PUJ flight? Kick back in a hotel near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport before your vacation officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.01%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Consider booking a hotel close to PUJ if you're catching a late flight from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals to explore Punta Cana and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
$105 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport. A return flight starts at $282. These fares may change depending on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Tampa to PUJ. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to visit Punta Cana. July is when most people book flights from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
When booking your Tampa to PUJ plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Punta Cana, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport in March when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Punta Cana
Start your Punta Cana trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Punta Cana International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Punta Cana when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Playa Bavaro Punta Cana followed by Bavaro Beach and Playa Bonita.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
Punta Cana is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the Dominican Republic you'll want to see. Around 161 kilometers west of Punta Cana, a visit to Santo Domingo will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Alcazar de Colon, The Cathedral of the Americas and República Dominicana - Santo Domingod.
Santo Domingo Este is another must-experience destination in the Dominican Republic and is around 153 kilometers west of Punta Cana. No journey is complete without dropping by Lago los tres ojos, Los Corales Park and National Aquarium.
