Travelling from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is 2 hours behind Punta Cana, where Punta Cana International Airport is located. Mexico City operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from PUJ to Mexico City. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from PUJ to Mexico City with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
When travelling to Mexico for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Dominican Republic. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Punta Cana International Airport to Mexico City.
To get to PUJ from central Punta Cana, it'll take about 28 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a handy hotel close to PUJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Mexico City, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Mexico City
152 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Punta Cana International Airport to Mexico City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 297 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PUJ to Mexico City. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Punta Cana International Airport to Mexico City across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from PUJ to Mexico City is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Mexico City, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City takes around 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 57 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near MEX if you're taking a late flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes on public transport.
You'll find a few welcoming places to stay within an easy drive of NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Villa Granada after your flight from PUJ to Mexico City.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Mexico City while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Mexico City, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Mexico City for April to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from PUJ to Mexico City in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Mexico City, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are must-visits when exploring Mexico City.
Complete your Mexico City trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Mexico City and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one place to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Mexico City.