Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP)

Overview

Puerto Plata's Gregorio Luperon Airport is a modest airport nestled in the Dominican Republic - one of the Caribbean's most idyllic holiday destinations. Flights to Puerto Plata are surprisingly affordable and the airport is connected to a range of international destinations.

Location

The airport is located 12 miles (20km) from Puerto Plata.

Getting to the city

Those on an air/hotel package with ground transfers included will be met by hotel reps, otherwise taxis are available.

Time

GMT -4.

Contacts

Tel: +1 809 291 0000.

Car rental

Car rental is available.

Facilities

Airport facilities include duty-free shopping, banks, bureau de change and ATMs, restaurants and bars, gift shops, first aid and a tourist help desk.

Parking

Short- and long-term parking is available at the airport. However, parking charges can only be paid in Dominican pesos, as US Dollars are not accepted.

Departure Tax

US$20 (for stays of up to two weeks), US$25 (for stays of more than two weeks).

Airlines

Flights to Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon Airport can be booked on Air Berlin, Air Canada, American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Edelweiss Air, ExpressJet Airlines, JetBlue Airways, and Thomas Cook Airlines.

Internet

Business Lounges

Faxing and photocopying facilities are available at the airport's post office. There are also two VIP Lounges at the airport.

Puerto Plata Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.