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Flight deals from Washington D.C. to Punta Cana

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Punta Cana Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 6,543. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Punta Cana.R 2,293 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,293, select.
Punta Cana.R 2,424 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,424, select.
Punta Cana.R 2,424 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,424, select.
Punta Cana.R 2,493 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,493, select.
Punta Cana.R 2,829 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,829, select.
Punta Cana.R 3,035 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,035, select.
Punta Cana.R 3,495 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,495, select.
Punta Cana.R 3,501 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,501, select.
Punta Cana.R 3,501 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,501, select.
Punta Cana.R 3,569 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,569, select.
Punta Cana.R 3,574 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,574, select.
Punta Cana.R 3,574 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,574, select.
Punta Cana.R 3,992 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,992, select.
Punta Cana.R 4,046 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,046, select.
Punta Cana.R 4,226 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,226, select.
Punta Cana.R 4,283 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Punta Cana.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,283, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Punta Cana

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Punta Cana flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from R 4,283
Jun
from R 3,035
Jul
from R 2,829
Aug
from R 2,493
Sep
from R 2,293
Oct
from R 2,424
Nov
from R 2,424
Dec
from R 3,501
Jan
from R 3,574
Feb
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Apr
from R 3,992

Direct flights from Washington D.C. to Punta Cana

Washington D.C. to Punta Cana: Alternative routes

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Punta Cana

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Washington D.C. to Punta Cana: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,293
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week24

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Punta Cana: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Punta Cana is R 5,416. 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 50 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Punta Cana.
United and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Punta Cana.
As of May 2026, there are 24 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Punta Cana.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Punta Cana is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Punta Cana Airport on Monday, 2 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 50 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.

Travelling from Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): What you need to know

  • Washington DC is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) leaving from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) or Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI).

  • The timezone in Punta Cana is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Washington DC. Punta Cana International Airport is located in Punta Cana.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Washington DC to PUJ. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Peak months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

  • We make it easy to book cheap flights from Washington DC to PUJ with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between DCA and PUJ include:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

  • The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels offer the perfect solution:

  • Of the departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Thinking of flying out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.

  • United Airlines offers direct flights from Washington DC to PUJ out of IAD. Book your favourite window seat and reach your destination in a single journey.

  • On the IAD to PUJ route, United is the go-to airline for most travellers.

  • When punctuality matters most, book with United. It has an exceptional on-time performance of 81.08% for flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Punta Cana International Airport.

  • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Washington Dulles International Airport and PUJ:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

    • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • You can get to IAD from the centre of Washington DC in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to PUJ flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:

  • When it comes to keeping flights on track, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.

  • The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

  • Kick off your adventure at Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) and go straight to your destination without stopping. You can book direct flights from Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport out of here.

  • Southwest Airlines is one reputable carrier that offers direct Washington DC to PUJ plane tickets from BWI.

  • Southwest Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from BWI to PUJ.

  • The most punctual carrier on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 79.61% of the time.

  • You can lock in a plane ticket from Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) with one or more stops out of Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). These are some of the most common stopovers between BWI and PUJ:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

    • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to arrive by car and 50 minutes or so on public transport.

  • Make catching an early Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:

  • Flights that depart from BWI touch down at their destination within the expected time frame 77% of the time.

About Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)

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

  • Central Punta Cana is around 11 kilometres from Punta Cana International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.

  • It takes around 30 minutes to get there using public transport.

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

  • R 2,293 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport. A return flight starts at R 5,416. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to PUJ. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport ticket.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Washington DC to PUJ couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as prices go down.

  • Find an affordable flight from Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)

  • March is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ). Plan your visit to Punta Cana in December if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • Book a Washington DC to PUJ plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Punta Cana to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • March has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Punta Cana International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Punta Cana

Explore more of the Dominican Republic

  • Santo Domingo is just one of the many cities in the Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered once you've seen Punta Cana. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Catedral Primada de las Americas, Alcazar de Colon and The Cathedral of the Americas.

  • Santo Domingo Este is another favourite destination in the Dominican Republic and is around 153 kilometres west of Punta Cana. No trip is complete without dropping by Lago los tres ojos, National Aquarium and La Cueva del Eden.

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

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