Orlando to Punta Cana (MCO–PUJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MCO–PUJ is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, JetBlue and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,065 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 9 | 7M8, B38M | 2h40 | – | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 7 | 320 | 2h48 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Punta Cana from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→PUJ | SFB→PUJ | TPA→PUJ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 24 mi | 81 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 16 | 3 | 3 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 2h 45m | 2h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 32% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · PUJ: AST
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, 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.
SunRail commuter rail connects downtown Orlando to the Sand Lake Road station (not at the airport). A shuttle or ride-hail covers the remaining 4 miles; the full trip takes 50–70 minutes and costs around $8–15 total. Brightline high-speed rail (launched 2023) runs from Miami and Fort Lauderdale to MCO's Terminal C, with one-way fares from $30–80.Ride-hails (Uber/Lyft) from International Drive cost $18–30; from Walt Disney World resort area $25–40. Taxis are metered. Park-and-ride options are limited; most long-term parking is in the airport's own garages ($15–25/day).
MCO–PUJ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to PUJ
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier and Sun Country Airlines. With 16 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MCO to PUJ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to PUJ is about 2 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,065 miles (1,714 km). There are approximately 16 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 32 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Miami, Luis Munoz Marin and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Orlando (SFB), Tampa (TPA) and Pinellas Park (PIE).