Punta Cana to New York (PUJ–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PUJ–JFK 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 20m. Beyond nonstop, 59 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue | 36 | 320, BCS3 | 3h20-4h11 | – | – | – |
| AA American Airlines | 14 | 738 | 4h10-4h14 | – | Oneworld | – |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 14 | 32Q, 739 | 4h17-4h19 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Punta Cana
| Metric | PUJ→JFK | BQN→JFK | SDQ→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PUJ | – | 81 mi | 86 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 64 | 7 | 63 |
| Flight time | 3h 20m | 4h | 3h 38m |
Travel Essentials
PUJ: AST · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Punta Cana, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
PUJ–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PUJ to JFK
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta Air Lines. With 64 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PUJ to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PUJ to JFK ranges from 3 hours 20 minutes to 4 hours 19 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,559 miles (2,508 km). There are approximately 64 weekly flights outbound and 64 return, totaling 128 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
59 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via PLS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Aguadilla (BQN), Santo Domingo (SDQ) and San Juan (SJU).