1 airline flies nonstop from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (Washington, D.C.) to Punta Cana International Airport (Punta Cana).
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | BWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | PUJ Punta Cana International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
11 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi | Zone-priced airport taxi to a Bavaro resort (no meter) | about US$30-$40 |
| Shuttle | Pre-booked private transfer to Bavaro, driver meets you at arrivals | about US$30-$50 |
| rideshare | Uber works for airport pickups but availability varies at peak times | – |
US citizens need a valid passport and a free electronic e-Ticket entry form; no visa is needed for tourist stays up to 30 days.
Punta Cana is 1 hour ahead of Washington, D.C. in January and the same time as it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. Punta Cana uses the Dominican peso (DOP).
Read the Punta Cana guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, Southwest Airlines flies this route nonstop.
About 1,508 miles (2,427 km) between the airports.
Punta Cana is 1 hour ahead of Washington, D.C. in January and the same time as it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.
US citizens need a valid passport and a free electronic e-Ticket entry form; no visa is needed for tourist stays up to 30 days.
Zone-priced airport taxi to a Bavaro resort (no meter), about US$30-$40.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.