4 airlines fly nonstop from New York to Punta Cana.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| JetBlue | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | PUJ Punta Cana International Airport |
| Delta Air Lines | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | PUJ Punta Cana International Airport |
| United Airlines | EWR Newark Liberty International Airport | PUJ Punta Cana International Airport |
| Arajet | EWR Newark Liberty International 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 New York 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).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and Arajet fly this route nonstop.
Nonstop flights leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and arrive at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ).
About 1,568 miles (2,524 km), measured between the city centres.
Punta Cana is 1 hour ahead of New York 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.