Airport Comparison
| DXB | POP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Dubai International Airport | Gregorio Luperon International Airport |
| IATA Code | DXB | POP |
| ICAO Code | OMDB | MDPP |
| City | Dubai | Puerto Plata |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Dominican Republic |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Elevation | 34 ft | 15 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.250000, 55.360000 | 19.760000, -70.570000 |
Dubai (DXB) to Puerto Plata (POP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic is 12,321 kilometers (7,656 miles / 6,653 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with Dominican Republic. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:39 in Dubai, it's 08:39 in Puerto Plata. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Puerto Plata (POP) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 52° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.