Flying from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Medellin: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 32 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Medellin.
Punta Cana International Airport is located in Punta Cana. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Medellin is 1 hour behind Punta Cana.
The busiest route is from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). There are 38 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PUJ to MDE is the 12:55 Avianca option. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 16:00 with Avianca.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from PUJ to Medellin. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct flights from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Medellin are available for booking. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is where you'll be touching down.
Book your seat with Avianca. This airline offers direct flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Medellin.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from PUJ to Medellin. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
You can visit Colombia for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Dominican Republic. But before reserving your flight tickets from Punta Cana International Airport to Medellin, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for work or another reason.
Central Punta Cana to PUJ is around 19 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 28 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Have an early flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Medellin? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near PUJ:
How to find the cheapest flights from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Medellin
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Punta Cana International Airport to Medellin is AED 384. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 802. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from PUJ to Medellin, reserve your journey 10 months ahead of the departure date.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Punta Cana International Airport to Medellin. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometers from central Medellin. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 36 minutes.
Book a hotel near MDE if you have a late flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Medellin. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
As soon as your flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Medellin has hit the runway, you can reach the city center in around 16 minutes by car. Central Medellin is approximately 6 kilometers from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 31 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from PUJ to Medellin:
Best time to go to Medellin
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Medellin while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Medellin, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Medellin in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from PUJ to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC and 27ºC.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Medellin, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are attractions you won't want to skip in Medellin.
Complete your Medellin trip with a car rental
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