Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Durham and Punta Cana are in the same timezone, UTC-4.
To ensure you get on your RDU to PUJ flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between RDU and PUJ:
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Right now, R 2,084 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,552. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from RDU to PUJ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RDU to PUJ.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from RDU arrive on schedule 80.09% of the time.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near RDU? If you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PUJ instead:
Explore without limits with a Punta Cana International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Punta Cana and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Punta Cana International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana International Airport to the centre of Punta Cana has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Punta Cana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Punta Cana International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Punta Cana, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to PUJ in March if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is just one of the many places in Dominican Republic waiting to be explored once you've seen Punta Cana. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Santo Domingo Este is another must-experience destination in Dominican Republic and is around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. No journey is complete without a visit to Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.