Flying from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to La Union Airport (POP): what you need to know
Puerto Plata's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Fort Lauderdale.
To ensure you catch your FLL to POP flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to La Union Airport. Here are the top stopovers between FLL and POP:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport
Halifax Stanfield International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to La Union Airport (POP)
At the moment, ر.ق. 955 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to La Union Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 1,858. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FLL to POP if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to La Union Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from FLL to POP.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to La Union Airport.
Handy information about Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Of the flights that depart from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 73.74% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport from central Fort Lauderdale, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near FLL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to La Union Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at La Union Airport (POP)
Consider booking a hotel close to POP if you have a late Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to La Union Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a La Union Airport rental car and discover Puerto Plata and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and amerirent are popular providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from La Union Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from La Union Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
La Union Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Puerto Plata. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to La Union Airport (POP)
The quietest month for a flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to La Union Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Puerto Plata based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to La Union Airport for August if you'd like to explore Puerto Plata during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FLL to POP in February. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata, a visit to Santo Domingo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with 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. Start your sightseeing at Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
