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Punta Cana International Airport
The airport is located about 30 minutes from most hotels in the Punta Cana resort area.
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Location
The airport is located about 30 minutes from most hotels in the Punta Cana resort area.Getting to the city
Complimentary shuttle services are available from some resorts and hotels. Public buses and private transfers can also be arranged.
Time
GMT -4.Car rental
Rental car services at the airport include Avis, Hertz, Budget and Europcar.
Airport Taxis
Taxis are available outside the airport terminals.
Transfer between terminals
Terminals A and B (also called 1 and 2) are within walking distance of each other, with free shuttle services available if needed.
Facilities
Facilities include food courts, duty-free shops, ATMs, currency exchange, a bank, pharmacy, baby-care rooms, and an information desk. There is no luggage storage facility.
Parking
Short- and long-term parking is available at the airport.
Santo Domingo International Airport
The airport is located about 20 miles (32 km) east of Santo Domingo city centre, in the La Isabela area.
Santo Domingo International Airport (SDQ)
Location
The airport is located about 20 miles (32 km) east of Santo Domingo city centre, in the La Isabela area.Getting to the city
Official taxi services are available at the airport and can take passengers to destinations throughout the Dominican Republic. Private transfers and ride-hailing options (such as Uber) may also be available but less common. Buses and car services can be arranged as well.
Time
GMT -4Car rental
Several major car rental companies operate at the airport, including Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Dollar, National, Sixt and Budget.
Airport Taxis
Official airport taxis are available and reliable for travel within Santo Domingo and other destinations.
Transfer between terminals
The airport has a single terminal building serving both domestic and international flights, so there's no need for terminal transfers.
Facilities
Facilities include duty-free shops, restaurants, bars, a bank with currency exchange (though 24-hour exchange may not be guaranteed), post office services, ATMs and lounges.
Parking
Parking is available 24 hours for both short- and long-term stays.
Puerto Plata Airport
The airport is approximately 12 miles (20 km) from Puerto Plata city centre.
Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
Location
The airport is approximately 12 miles (20 km) from Puerto Plata city centre.Getting to the city
Travellers on package deals that include ground transfers are typically met by hotel representatives. Otherwise, taxis are readily available outside the terminal. Private transfers can also be arranged.
Time
GMT -4.Car rental
Car rental services are available at the airport through major agencies.
Facilities
Facilities include duty-free shops, banks, currency exchange bureaux, ATMs, restaurants, bars, gift shops, a first aid station, and a tourist information desk.
Parking
Both short- and long-term parking are available on-site.