Traveling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is 5 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Punta Cana is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Minneapolis.
Flights from MSP to PUJ start at 07:05 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last service of the day is at 09:14 with Sun Country Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 11 weekly Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your MSP to PUJ flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Delta Air Lines is your ticket to exploring Punta Cana (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Dominican Republic!). Check out the direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travelers choose to travel with Delta Air Lines on this route.
With 79.03% of services arriving as planned, Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier operating MSP to PUJ flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MSP and PUJ include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight is $187. A return fare right now is $389. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from MSP to PUJ, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MSP to PUJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
77.37% of flights leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is around 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near MSP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Consider staying in a hotel near PUJ if you're taking a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Punta Cana and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
From Punta Cana International Airport, Punta Cana is approximately 12 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
March is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Punta Cana in May.
When booking your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Punta Cana, with temperatures ranging from 77ºF to 90ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to PUJ in March if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 72ºF and 82ºF on average.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
You've visited Punta Cana, now it's time to discover other parts of Dominican Republic. Travel around 100 miles west to Santo Domingo to tick off its top attractions. From Alcazar de Colon to National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Santo Domingo Este is another well-known destination in Dominican Republic and is around 90 miles west of Punta Cana. No trip is complete without dropping by Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
