Flying from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to La Union Airport (POP): what you need to know
The timezone in Puerto Plata is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Kelowna.
Your YLW to POP flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to La Union Airport (POP)
ج.م. 11,769 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kelowna International Airport to La Union Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م. 53,672. These prices may change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from YLW to POP, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
60.54% of flights departing from Kelowna International Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Kelowna International Airport from central Kelowna, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to YLW? If you're catching an early flight from Kelowna International Airport to La Union Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at La Union Airport (POP)
If you're coming in on a late Kelowna International Airport to La Union Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near POP:
Grab a La Union Airport rental car and explore Puerto Plata and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and amerirent are popular outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from La Union Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from La Union Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
From La Union Airport, Puerto Plata is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to La Union Airport (POP)
March is the busiest month for flights from Kelowna International Airport to La Union Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Puerto Plata in May.
When booking your flight from Kelowna International Airport to La Union Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Puerto Plata, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from YLW to POP in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Dominican Republic waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata, a trip to Santo Domingo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Around 177 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata, Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in Dominican Republic. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
