$326 Cheap Flights from Orange County (SNA) to Puerto Plata (POP)

Popular airlines from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Gregorio Luperon Intl. Airport (POP)

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Cheap Flights from Orange County to Puerto Plata (SNA-POP)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $326 for one-way flights and $604 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flights from Orange County (SNA) to Puerto Plata (POP)
Origin airport
John Wayne
Destination airport
Gregorio Luperon Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$604
Distance
3044 mi

Orange County to Puerto Plata Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Orange County to Puerto Plata

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Orange County to Puerto Plata are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Orange County to Puerto Plata with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Orange County to Puerto Plata

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Orange County to Puerto Plata: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Orange County to Puerto Plata

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Orange County to Puerto Plata in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $326 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Orange County to Puerto Plata flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Orange County to Puerto Plata airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Gregorio Luperon Intl. Airport (POP) last minute?
Booking your journey from SNA to Puerto Plata International Airport last minute could save you dollars if you get lucky and find a good deal. However, airfares don’t usually get cheaper as the date of departure nears. If you wait around, flights could also be booked up or the best seats gone (that could mean the middle seat!). If you don’t want to risk it, book well in advance of your departure date. In fact, you can find some of the biggest deals up to 12 months in advance. If your favorite airline hasn’t released its airfares yet, check back regularly as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.
What airports do you fly into for Puerto Plata from Santa Ana?
You can fly from Santa Ana to Puerto Plata via Gregorio Luperon Intl. Airport (POP) and Cibao Intl. Airport (STI). Arrive at Gregorio Luperon Intl. Airport (POP) and you’ll be about 9 mi to the east of central Puerto Plata. Check in to your comfy new digs and then explore some of the city’s top sights, like Playa Dorada and Fort San Felipe.
Can I change the date of my flight from SNA to POP?
It’s a cinch to make changes to your SNA to Puerto Plata Airport journey yourself. Access your details via the Expedia Trips portal and hit “change flight.” Search for new flights and lock in the one that works best. You’ll see an estimate of any flight change fees. Alternatively, head to our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to your questions.

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