£620+ Cheap flights to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
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Flights to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic in 2025
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LondonPuerto Plata
LGW - POP
LGWPOP
London Gatwick
Thu 20/3
11:40-11:20
1 stop27h 40m
Puerto Plata La Union
Sun 23/3
12:50-09:45
1 stop16h 55m
LondonPuerto Plata
LGW - POP
LGWPOP
London Gatwick
Thu 20/3
11:20-14:15
2 stops30h 55m
Puerto Plata La Union
Sun 23/3
15:15-07:30
2 stops36h 15m
LondonPuerto Plata
LHR - POP
LHRPOP
London Heathrow
Fri 18/4
14:55-14:25
2 stops28h 30m
Puerto Plata La Union
Mon 5/5
13:40-21:40
2 stops27h 00m
LondonPuerto Plata
LHR - POP
LHRPOP
London Heathrow
Wed 12/3
13:30-14:19
1 stop28h 49m
Puerto Plata La Union
Tue 18/3
15:30-12:00
1 stop16h 30m
LondonPuerto Plata
LGW - POP
LGWPOP
London Gatwick
Wed 12/3
12:30-14:19
2 stops29h 49m
Puerto Plata La Union
Tue 18/3
15:30-09:00
2 stops37h 30m
LondonPuerto Plata
LGW - POP
LGWPOP
London Gatwick
Wed 12/3
11:40-11:00
2 stops27h 20m
Puerto Plata La Union
Tue 18/3
12:20-09:45
1 stop17h 25m
LondonPuerto Plata
LCY - POP
LCYPOP
London City
Wed 12/3
09:25-11:00
3 stops29h 35m
Puerto Plata La Union
Tue 18/3
12:20-09:25
2 stops17h 05m
LondonPuerto Plata
STN - POP
STNPOP
London Stansted
Wed 12/3
21:35-19:15
3 stops25h 40m
Puerto Plata La Union
Tue 18/3
12:20-21:10
3 stops28h 50m
LondonPuerto Plata
LHR - POP
LHRPOP
London Heathrow
Wed 12/3
13:30-11:00
3 stops25h 30m
Puerto Plata La Union
Tue 18/3
15:00-06:30
2 stops35h 30m
LondonPuerto Plata
LGW - POP
LGWPOP
London Gatwick
Fri 18/4
10:50-14:25
2 stops32h 35m
Puerto Plata La Union
Mon 5/5
13:40-20:00
2 stops25h 20m
Best time to book a flight to Puerto Plata
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Travel insights for flights to Puerto Plata
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When is the best time to book a flight to Puerto Plata?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Puerto Plata. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
The price you pay for your flight to Puerto Plata may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 22 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
How long is the flight to Puerto Plata?
On average, a flight from London to Puerto Plata takes 26 hours 33 minutes. Flights to Puerto Plata from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Puerto Plata?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Puerto Plata. Price data was last updated on 16 June 2024.
Users looking for the lowest fares to Puerto Plata should consider flying on Monday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.
What are the most popular airlines that fly to Puerto Plata?
The most popular airlines flying from London to Puerto Plata are British Airways, Finnair and SWISS.
What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Puerto Plata?
The cheapest airlines flying from London to Puerto Plata are SWISS, Finnair and British Airways.
Reviews of airlines servicing Puerto Plata
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Puerto Plata. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Puerto Plata. Reviews last updated 21 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Air Transat, American Airlines and British Airways to Puerto Plata to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
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Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
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Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
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Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
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Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
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Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Puerto Plata climate
The local climate is fairly constant year-round. Average daytime temperatures are about 29 degrees Celsius. The tropical season runs May through October and features high humidity and rainfall. November through April is the tropical cool season and experiences less rainfall and lower levels of humidity.
Getting around Puerto Plata
There are many ways of getting from the city to the surrounding hotels and resorts. Taxis are available but are expensive and it is advised to book a private taxi through a reliable company to ensure your safety. Public transport such as buses are another option of getting around the city. They may be slower but are cheap and efficient.
Getting from the Airport to the City
Many visitors rent a car on their arrival at Gregorio Luperon International airport (POP), particularly if they plan on making side trips outside of Puerto Plata. There is also frequent bus and minibus service between the airport and Puerto Plata. Taxis are also available.
What is good to know if travelling to Puerto Plata?- Take a flight to Puerto Plata from January through to early April to see the humpback whales return to the bay at Samana. About a two-and-a-half hour excursion from the airport, it makes for a memorable day trip.
- The waters around Puerto Plata are home to some of the most sought-after fish. For blue marlin, visit July to September, for white marlin April to June, for mahi mahi October to March, for wahoo October to January, and finally for sailfish, October to March.
- The Brugal Rum Distillery is a short distance east of Puerto Plata. Take a tour to see how the rum is produced, sample it and then buy it at a slightly discounted price.
- In and around Puerto Plata, the beaches are fronted by coral reefs, very popular with divers and snorkellers. Long Beach is along the Malecon, it’s the public, urban beach. Some of the best diving on the north coast is a quick drive away. In Sosua, under the waves, there are reefs, canyons, gardens and shipwrecks. Playa Grande, slightly further afield, but well worth the distance, offers superlative snorkelling in the Gri Gri lagoon.
- One of Puerto Plata’s most popular tourist attractions is the Amber Museum. Located on Duarte Street in a wedding-cake style Victorian mansion, the museum has a fascinating collection. Dominican amber is said to be the most transparent in the world.
Puerto Plata airport overview
Puerto Plata’s Gregorio Luperon Airport is a no-frills, highly functional little airport (the fourth-largest in the Dominican Republic), offering good connections to many international destinations. Flights to Puerto Plata are regular and surprisingly affordable – so if you haven’t had a break for a while, maybe it’s time to dust off your credit card and treat yourself to a dream beach holiday.
Described by Christopher Columbus in 1492 as the “fairest land under heaven”, the Dominican Republic’s Puerto Plata is one of those idyllic holiday destinations, where no matter what you do, you’re bound to return home feeling refreshed, and generally more in love with the world than when you left home.