Los Angeles to Puerto Plata (LAX–POP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Los Angeles to Puerto Plata
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 3,077 mi 5h 29m nonstop +3h ahead 17 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LAX and POP, connecting options are available through 17 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LAX to POP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~43h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
713
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Puerto Plata is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
LAX: PDT · POP: AST

When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 9:00 PM in Puerto Plata.
Distance & Flight Time
3,077 mi / 4,952 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 29m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter the Dominican Republic visa-free for stays up to 30 days. A tourist card is included in the airline ticket price, so no separate purchase is needed. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. Extensions can be obtained at the migration office. Overstaying results in a fee calculated by length of the overstay, payable at the airport on departure.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to LAX

FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.

Facts

LAX–POP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Los Angeles to Puerto Plata route.
Route details
Distance3,077 mi / 4,952 km
Flight time5h 29m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections17 hubs
Origin: LAX
Full nameLos Angeles International Airport
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m
Destination: POP
Full nameGregorio Luperon International Airport
IATA / ICAOPOP / MDPP
TimezoneAmerica/Santo_Domingo
Elevation15 ft / 5 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LAX to POP flights.
Nonstop flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Gregorio Luperon International Airport take approximately 5h 29m. The route covers 3,077 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from LAX to POP.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through VNY, AUS, PIE, PBI, FLL, ATL, YYC, CLT, MIA, BOS, EWR, YYZ, JFK, FRA, YUL, WAW and ZRH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Puerto Plata is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from LAX to POP

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LAX to POP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LAX to POP ranges from 5 hours 29 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,077 miles (4,952 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via VNY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.