Flying from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Houston has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 12 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport.
Punta Cana is 1 hour ahead of Houston. Punta Cana International Airport is located in Punta Cana, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The busiest route is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), with 8 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAH to PUJ is the 07:40 United service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 10:29 with United.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to PUJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) depart from this terminal.
United is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport taking off from IAH.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from Houston to PUJ leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
IAH is about 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)? Check out the fares departing from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
United operates direct flights from Houston to PUJ departing from HOU. Book your preferred window seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
Split up your flight from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between William P. Hobby Airport and PUJ include:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
On public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 1 hour and 42 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 22 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Houston to PUJ? Unwind in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PUJ instead:
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Punta Cana. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Book a one-way ticket from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport from 111 € or travel return from just 266 €. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Houston to PUJ when you book 10 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route are typically at their lowest.
You'll snag the biggest savings on your tickets from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport if you plan your holiday for July. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when the fares drop. Timing matters when searching for cheap tickets from Houston to PUJ.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Punta Cana, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Punta Cana. September is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Houston to PUJ during then and you can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport in March if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Punta Cana
Start your Punta Cana trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Punta Cana International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Bavaro Beach, Manati Park Bavaro and an al bandera Dominicana Park are must-do's during your Punta Cana adventure.
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