Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Puerto Plata?

Flights from San Diego to Puerto Plata usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Puerto Plata La Union (POP).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Puerto Plata?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Diego to Puerto Plata.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Puerto Plata pass through?

One-stop flights from San Diego to Puerto Plata most commonly connect through: • Miami (MIA) - 78% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 13% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 4% of one-stop connections • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 4% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Puerto Plata?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from San Diego to Puerto Plata. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $602 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $897, a difference of $295. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Puerto Plata?

Playa Dorada is one of the most viewed places in Puerto Plata on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from San Diego to Puerto Plata?

A nonstop flight from San Diego to Puerto Plata takes 00m, covering 2,998 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Puerto Plata?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Diego to Puerto Plata changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,139 to $3,214. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Diego to Puerto Plata looking right now?

One-way fares from San Diego to Puerto Plata are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $501.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Diego to Puerto Plata?

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 48m, compared with 12h 11m via Miami (MIA) and 17h 32m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

What is the time difference between San Diego and Puerto Plata?

Puerto Plata is 4 hours ahead of San Diego (Atlantic Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Puerto Plata La Union Airport (POP)?

Puerto Plata La Union Airport (POP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $36 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Alamo • Ace • Amerirent Car Rental • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Puerto Plata flight?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Puerto Plata range from $602 to $784, with an average of $632 over the past 12 months. Anything below $602 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Puerto Plata?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Puerto Plata typically range from $602 to $784. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,139, on United Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Diego to Puerto Plata?

United Airlines ($1,139) and WestJet ($2,852) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Diego to Puerto Plata according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Diego to Puerto Plata?

Miami (MIA) is the most popular layover for the San Diego to Puerto Plata route. 78% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via MIA.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Diego to Puerto Plata?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $535. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Diego to Puerto Plata which airport offers the shortest layover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for San Diego to Puerto Plata layovers at 7h 56m over the past 3 months.

$533 CHEAP FLIGHTS from San Diego to Puerto Plata (SAN - POP)

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Cheapest round-trip

$1,139

Typical prices: $602-$784

United Airlines

Wed 12/19Wed 12/26

SAN - POP • 1 stop

Cheapest one-way

$339

Typical prices: $362-$502

United Airlines

Mon 2/12

SAN - POP • 2 stops

Nonstop flights

Not available

There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Puerto Plata. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

Insights

When to travel

December

Cheapest • 13% price drop

March

Most popular

Good to know

Top layover airports

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)

Cheapest • Avg $535 (round-trip)

Miami (MIA)

Shortest trip • 12h 11m (one-way)

Insights

Start a new search

KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.

We hope you love your trip to Puerto Plata!

Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from San Diego to Puerto Plata (SAN-POP)

Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Puerto Plata

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26

10:30 pm - 1:08 pmSAN San Diego-POP Puerto Plata La Union

10h 38m1 stop Newark

2:15 pm - 9:14 amPOP Puerto Plata La Union-SAN San Diego

22h 59m2 stops Newark Denver Intl

$1,139United Airlines

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26

7:10 pm - 1:08 pmSAN San Diego-POP Puerto Plata La Union

13h 58m2 stops Denver Intl Newark

2:15 pm - 9:14 amPOP Puerto Plata La Union-SAN San Diego

22h 59m2 stops Newark Denver Intl

$1,143United Airlines

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26

9:42 pm - 1:08 pmSAN San Diego-POP Puerto Plata La Union

11h 26m1 stop Newark

2:15 pm - 10:19 amPOP Puerto Plata La Union-SAN San Diego

24h 04m1 stop Newark

$1,287United Airlines

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26

7:56 pm - 12:30 pmSAN San Diego-POP Puerto Plata La Union

36h 34m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles Toronto Pearson Intl

3:30 pm - 1:50 pmPOP Puerto Plata La Union-SAN San Diego

26h 20m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Edmonton Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$1,450Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26

12:04 pm - 8:35 amSAN San Diego-POP Puerto Plata La Union

16h 31m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Calgary

3:30 pm - 1:50 pmPOP Puerto Plata La Union-SAN San Diego

26h 20m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Edmonton Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$1,491Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 30 - Thu, Dec 3