Newark to Punta Cana (EWR–PUJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–PUJ is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, JetBlue and Arajet lead the route. The flight covers 1,567 miles in approximately 4h 2m. Beyond nonstop, 71 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 15 | 739, 7M9 | 4h04 | Star Alliance | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 7 | 320 | 4h02 | – | – | |
| DM Arajet | 4 | 7M8 | 4h19 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Punta Cana from Newark
| Metric | EWR→PUJ | TEB→PUJ | JFK→PUJ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 26 | – | 97 |
| Flight time | 4h 2m | 2h 52m | 3h 37m |
| Departure OTP | 83% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · PUJ: AST
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 6:00 PM in Punta Cana.
US passport holders enter the Dominican Republic visa-free for stays up to 30 days. A tourist card is included in the airline ticket price, so no separate purchase is needed. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. Extensions can be obtained at the migration office. Overstaying results in a fee calculated by length of the overstay, payable at the airport on departure.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
EWR–PUJ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to PUJ
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue, Arajet and United Airlines. With 26 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
EWR to PUJ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to PUJ ranges from 4 hours 2 minutes to 4 hours 19 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,567 miles (2,522 km). There are approximately 26 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 52 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
71 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via BCT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (JFK) and Allentown/Bethlehem (ABE).