Dulles to Punta Cana (IAD–PUJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IAD–PUJ is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,510 miles in approximately 3h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 8 | 739, 7M9 | 3h54 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Punta Cana from Dulles
| Metric | IAD→PUJ | BWI→PUJ |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAD | – | 45 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 15 |
| Flight time | 3h 54m | 3h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAD: EDT · PUJ: AST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, 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.
WMATA Silver Line Metro now reaches Dulles directly; take Silver Line to Washington Dulles Airport station (about 65 min from Metro Center, ~$7). The connection opened in late 2022.Ride-shares from downtown DC run $35–60 and take 35–50 minutes via I-66 (longer during peak hours). Washington Flyer coach to Wiehle-Reston East Metro costs $6. The airport is 27 miles from downtown; taxis are expensive ($60–80).
IAD–PUJ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAD to PUJ
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IAD to PUJ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to PUJ is about 3 hours 54 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,510 miles (2,430 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charlotte Douglas, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Philadelphia. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baltimore (BWI).