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Punta Cana.$424 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Thu, 5 Mar.Return flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from New York Newark on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Punta Cana.Inbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $424, select.
Punta Cana.$424 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from New York Newark on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Punta Cana.Inbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $424, select.
Punta Cana.$424 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jan, returning Tue, 3 Feb.Return flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from New York Newark on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Punta Cana.Inbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $424, select.
Punta Cana.$448 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb, returning Sat, 7 Mar.Return flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from New York Newark on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Punta Cana.Inbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $448, select.
Punta Cana.$448 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan, returning Sat, 24 Jan.Return flight with Arajet.Outbound direct flight with Arajet departs from New York Newark on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Punta Cana.Inbound direct flight with Arajet departs from Punta Cana on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $448, select.
Punta Cana.$497 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Tue, 5 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Punta Cana.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Punta Cana on Tue, 5 May, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $497, select.
Punta Cana.$497 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Fri, 16 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Punta Cana.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Punta Cana on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $497, select.
Punta Cana.$499 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Punta Cana.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Punta Cana on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $499, select.
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Cheapest deal$424
Cheapest monthJanuary
Average flight duration4 hours and 2 minutes
Most popular airlinejetBlue

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Punta Cana

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Punta Cana flights are currently cheapest in February.
Dec
from $508
Jan
from $448
Feb
from $424
Mar
from $424
Apr
from $507
May
from $497
Jun
from $505
Jul
from $689
Aug
from $726
Sep
from $499
Oct
from $497
Nov
from $591

Direct flights from New York to Punta Cana

New York to Punta Cana: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to Punta Cana below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Punta Cana.

Finding cheap flights from New York to Punta Cana: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Punta Cana is $424. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Punta Cana.
Qatar Airways, jetBlue and American Airlines fly direct from New York to Punta Cana.
As of December 2025, there are 109 flights per week flying from New York to Punta Cana.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Punta Cana is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Punta Cana Airport on Tuesday, 27 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 2 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Punta Cana but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Punta Cana is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Punta Cana is Arajet .

Flying from New York to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): What you need to know

  • Planning your flight from New York to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) begins with finding the best airport to make your exit from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.

  • 4 hours is the average journey time for a direct New York to Punta Cana International Airport flight.

  • Punta Cana's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as New York. Punta Cana International Airport is located in Punta Cana.

  • With 43 direct flights a week between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) is the busiest route. JetBlue Airways operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from JFK to PUJ is with JetBlue Airways at 2:55pm.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to PUJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • During peak travel periods, expect longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) operate out of this terminal.

  • Popular carriers that offer direct flights from New York to Punta Cana International Airport leaving from JFK include:

  • The airline with the highest booking numbers between JFK and PUJ is JetBlue Airways.

  • The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Delta Air Lines.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from New York to PUJ that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between JFK and PUJ include:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)

  • The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Punta Cana International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:

  • 74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • JFK's address is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Think about setting out from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) flight ticket with departures from this hub.

  • You can board a direct flight from New York to PUJ with United Airlines. This is one of the main carriers that operates this route out of EWR.

  • On the EWR to PUJ route, United Airlines is the go-to airline for most travellers.

  • United Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying from Newark Liberty International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, with 77.3% of its services arriving as planned.

  • Break up your flight from New York to Punta Cana International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and PUJ are:

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)

  • You can reach EWR from central New York in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your New York to PUJ flight? Relax in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:

  • 73.3% of flights taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport arrive according to schedule.

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • You can book a flight ticket from New York to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) with one or more stops out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between LGA and PUJ:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • From the centre of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour or so if you're on public transport.

  • Make catching an early New York to Punta Cana International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to LaGuardia Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:

  • LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means most of its flights land as expected and your trip goes off without a hitch.

  • You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

About Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)

  • $196 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Punta Cana International Airport. A return flight starts at $424. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • Lock in cheap flights from New York to PUJ by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The best month for finding cheap New York to Punta Cana International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Locking in a cheap flight ticket from New York to PUJ couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from New York to Punta Cana International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from New York to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from New York to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ). Plan your visit to Punta Cana in May if you'd rather avoid peak season.

  • Lock in a New York to PUJ flight ticket departing in September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Punta Cana to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from New York to Punta Cana International Airport in March if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC.

More about Punta Cana

Explore more of the Dominican Republic

  • Santo Domingo is just one of the many places in the Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered once you've seen Punta Cana. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Alcazar de Colon, The Cathedral of the Americas and República Dominicana - Santo Domingod.

  • Around 153 kilometres west of Punta Cana, Santo Domingo Este is another favourite stop in the Dominican Republic. No visit is complete without checking out Lago los tres ojos, Los Corales Park and National Aquarium.

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