New York to Punta Cana (JFK–PUJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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JFK–PUJ is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,559 miles in approximately 3h 59m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue Also: QR | 28 | 320, 321 | 3h35-4h10 | – | QR | |
| AA American Airlines Also: QR | 13 | 7M8, B38M | 3h57-3h59 | Oneworld | QR | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 7 | 32Q | 4h15 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Punta Cana from New York
| Metric | JFK→PUJ | TEB→PUJ | EWR→PUJ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 90 | 1 | 19 |
| Flight time | 3h 59m | 3h 32m | 3h 42m |
| Departure OTP | 51% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · PUJ: AST
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, 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.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
JFK–PUJ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to PUJ
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 90 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
JFK to PUJ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to PUJ is about 3 hours 59 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,559 miles (2,508 km). There are approximately 90 weekly flights outbound and 92 return, totaling 182 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Luis Munoz Marin, Washington Dulles and Miami. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), Newark (EWR) and Allentown/Bethlehem (ABE).