Flights from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana

2 airlines fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana.

Distance
1,501 mi
Nonstop flight
Varies
Time difference
+1h / Same time
Nonstop airlines
2
WAS
PUJ

Fares from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana

Checking today’s fares with the airlines.

Nonstop flights

AirlineFromTo
United AirlinesIAD Washington Dulles International AirportPUJ Punta Cana International Airport
Southwest AirlinesBWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall AirportPUJ Punta Cana International Airport

Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.

Getting from the airport into Punta Cana

PUJ

Punta Cana International Airport

11 million passengers in 2025

HowRouteCost
TaxiZone-priced airport taxi to a Bavaro resort (no meter)about US$30-$40
ShuttlePre-booked private transfer to Bavaro, driver meets you at arrivalsabout US$30-$50
rideshareUber works for airport pickups but availability varies at peak times–

Before you go

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

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.

Which airlines fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

As of October 2026, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly this route nonstop.

Which airports do nonstop flights use?

Nonstop flights leave from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and arrive at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ).

How far is Punta Cana from Washington, D.C.?

About 1,501 miles (2,415 km), measured between the city centres.

What is the time difference?

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.

Do I need a passport to fly to Punta Cana?

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.

How do I get from Punta Cana International Airport into Punta Cana?

Zone-priced airport taxi to a Bavaro resort (no meter), about US$30-$40.

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Sources

Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.