Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Punta Cana is UTC-4, which is six hours behind Riga.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your RIX to PUJ flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RIX and PUJ:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Gatwick Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
At the moment, ₹ 43,795 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 75,444. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from RIX to PUJ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Riga International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from RIX to PUJ.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of the departures from Riga International Airport, 71.03% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Riga International Airport from central Riga, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near RIX? If you've booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Riga International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PUJ instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and chase adventure across Punta Cana and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Punta Cana. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
March is the most popular month for flights from Riga International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Punta Cana in May.
The warmest month in Punta Cana is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Riga International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from RIX to PUJ in March if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Punta Cana has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Dominican Republic just waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres west of Punta Cana, a trip to Santo Domingo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Dominican Republic, consider Santo Domingo Este, roughly 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place are among its highlights.
