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Flight deals from Washington Dulles Airport to Punta Cana Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Punta Cana Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 5,958. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Punta Cana.R 2,503 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,503, select.
Punta Cana.R 2,695 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,695, select.
Punta Cana.R 2,856 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,856, select.
Punta Cana.R 2,916 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,916, select.
Punta Cana.R 3,172 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,172, select.
Punta Cana.R 3,204 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,204, select.
Punta Cana.R 3,968 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,968, select.
Punta Cana.R 4,129 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,129, select.
Punta Cana.R 4,927 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,927, select.
Punta Cana.R 4,927 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,927, select.
Punta Cana.R 5,432 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,432, select.
Punta Cana.R 5,663 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,663, select.
Punta Cana.R 5,847 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,847, select.
Punta Cana.R 6,455 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,455, select.
Punta Cana.R 7,319 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,319, select.
Punta Cana.R 12,712 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,712, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Punta Cana

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Punta Cana flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from R 2,856
Apr
from R 2,503
May
from R 2,695
Jun
from R 3,204
Jul
from R 3,172
Aug
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Sep
from R 4,129
Oct
from R 4,927
Nov
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Dec
from R 7,319
Jan
from R 2,916
Feb
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Direct flights from Washington Dulles to Punta Cana

Washington Dulles to Punta Cana: Alternative routes

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

Punta Cana

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Washington D.C. to Punta Cana: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,503
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week13

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Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Punta Cana: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Punta Cana is R 5,958. 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.
3 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Punta Cana.
United flies direct from Washington Dulles to Punta Cana.
As of March 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Punta Cana.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Punta Cana is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Punta Cana Airport on Friday, 3 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 48 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.
Currently, Breeze Airways and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Punta Cana.

Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is 3 hours 45 minutes.

  • Punta Cana's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC.

  • Every week, there are 14 Washington Dulles International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flights. If you want to take off early, jump on the 08:50 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 13:13 with United Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your IAD to PUJ flight.

  • Flying during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Travelling to Punta Cana (and then seeing more of Dominican Republic!) is easy with United Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with United Airlines on this route.

  • With an impressive 83.61% of services arriving as planned, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating IAD to PUJ flights.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between IAD and PUJ include:

    • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

    • Orlando International Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight is R 2,503. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 5,958. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get cheap tickets from IAD to PUJ, reserve your trip six months before your departure.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from IAD to PUJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.

Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • 74.39% of flights departing from Washington Dulles International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • To reach Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near IAD. Whether you have an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)

  • If you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near PUJ:

  • Explore without limits with a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and experience more of Punta Cana and beyond.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport about three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana

  • From Punta Cana International Airport, Punta Cana is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.

When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. March is the most popular month to head to Punta Cana. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

  • Book your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport for September if you'd like to go to Punta Cana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAD to PUJ in March. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of Dominican Republic

  • Punta Cana has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Dominican Republic waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres west of Punta Cana, a trip to Santo Domingo will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.

  • Around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana, Santo Domingo Este is another favourite stop in Dominican Republic. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.

Plan the rest of your trip from Washington D.C. to Punta Cana

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