Gregorio Luperon International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
POP
ICAO Code
MDPP
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Gregorio Luperón International Airport serves Puerto Plata on the north coast of the Dominican Republic. It handles scheduled domestic and a significant number of international leisure flights, typically operating from a single passenger terminal close to the resorts and town.

Gregorio Luperon International Airport
Elevation: 4 m
19.7579, -70.5700

Terminal Guide for Gregorio Luperon International Airport #

Operations are concentrated in one passenger terminal that handles arrivals and departures for both domestic and international flights. Facilities are focused on holiday traffic with check‑in, security and a single departures concourse.

Getting to and From Gregorio Luperon International Airport (Puerto Plata) #

The airport sits close to the resort belt and Puerto Plata city; transfer times to nearby hotels are typically 15-40 minutes depending on location. Options include taxis, shared resort shuttles and rental cars.

  • Taxis/Shared Shuttles: Readily available from arrivals; many hotels provide transfers.
  • Car Rental: Available at the airport for travel around the region.
  • Buses: Limited public bus services; most tourists use transfers or taxis.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Gregorio Luperon International Airport #

Terminal amenities reflect a leisure market: cafés, small shops, currency exchange and car hire desks.

  • Lounges: No large network lounges; limited pay‑in options possible.
  • Food & Drink: Several fast‑casual options landside and airside during operating hours.
  • Wi‑Fi & Charging: Basic Wi‑Fi and charging points are typically available.
  • Accessibility: Standard assistance services are provided; travellers should advise their airline in advance.

Hotels and Layovers at Gregorio Luperon International Airport (Puerto Plata) #

Puerto Plata has numerous hotels and all‑inclusive resorts within reach of the airport; many properties offer direct transfers which are convenient for arrivals and departures.

Tips for Gregorio Luperon International Airport #

  • If you’re headed to resorts, many hotels offer pre‑booked transfers-confirm pickup points and luggage allowances.
  • Shared shuttles are common for tourists; compare prices with taxis at arrivals.
  • Local currency (Dominican pesos) and US dollars are widely accepted; smaller vendors may prefer cash.

Weather & Climate near Gregorio Luperon International Airport #

Climate

Gregorio Luperon International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1640 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 38 Good
Best Time to Visit
MarchFebruaryJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (179 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 29°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

179 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
11.0h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm).

80 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
19° 29°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm).

82 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 30°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

142 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

May

May is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 31°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
22° 33°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
22° 33°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
22° 33°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
22° 33°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

November

November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (254 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 31°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

254 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.1h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (254 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 29°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

254 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
10.9h daylight

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