Flying from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Punta Cana's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Punta Cana two hours ahead of Salt Lake City.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SLC to PUJ flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SLC and PUJ include:
Tampa International Airport
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
ج.م. 8,828 is the lowest price for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ج.م. 20,856. These prices can change based on demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SLC to PUJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
SLC's address is 776 North Terminal Drive.
82.4% of flights departing from Salt Lake City International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of SLC.
To reach Salt Lake City International Airport from central Salt Lake City, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 55 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SLC? If you're catching an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Salt Lake City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PUJ instead:
Explore without limits with a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and discover more of Punta Cana and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
From Punta Cana International Airport, Punta Cana is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Punta Cana based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Punta Cana is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SLC to PUJ in March. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
You've visited Punta Cana, now it's time to explore more of Dominican Republic. Journey around 161 kilometres west to Santo Domingo to check off its top attractions. From Alcazar de Colon to National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Santo Domingo Este is another sought-after destination in Dominican Republic and is around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. No journey is complete without experiencing Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
