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$143+ Cheap flights from California to Punta Cana (PUJ)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PUJ
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Punta Cana

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Punta Cana flight deals. Data was last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$340
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$143
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$594
From California to Punta Cana
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Cheapest flights from California to Punta Cana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Punta Cana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1212:11 pmLAS - PUJ
2 stops21h 19mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1612:40 pmPUJ - LAS
1 stop11h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2611:59 pmLAX - PUJ
1 stop12h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/304:35 pmPUJ - LAX
1 stop11h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$358
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1211:02 pmLAX - PUJ
1 stop10h 28mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/183:19 pmPUJ - LAX
2 stops21h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/410:45 pmLAX - PUJ
1 stop13h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/94:25 pmPUJ - LAX
1 stop24h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$366
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/167:50 pmLAX - PUJ
2 stops15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/263:19 pmPUJ - LAX
2 stops20h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$367
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/161:35 pmSAN - PUJ
2 stops21h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/2312:40 pmPUJ - SAN
2 stops13h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$369
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/112:01 amLAX - PUJ
1 stop21h 10mCopa Airlines
Fri 9/261:57 pmPUJ - LAX
1 stop12h 05mCopa Airlines
Deal found 8/18$373
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/110:15 pmLAS - PUJ
1 stop14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/83:46 pmPUJ - LAS
2 stops19h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$373
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/265:07 pmLAX - PUJ
2 stops18h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/303:19 pmPUJ - LAX
2 stops20h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$375
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/211:38 pmLAX - PUJ
2 stops12h 22mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/93:19 pmPUJ - LAX
2 stops20h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/15$376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/3010:25 pmLAX - PUJ
1 stop11h 43mDelta
Fri 9/51:50 pmPUJ - LAX
2 stops25h 08mDelta
Deal found 8/16$377
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/274:59 pmLAX - PUJ
2 stops19h 00mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/313:57 pmPUJ - LAX
1 stop9h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$378

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Punta Cana that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Punta Cana that are best for you.

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Price

Las VegasPunta Cana

LAS - PUJ

LASPUJ

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 9/12

12:11 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops21h 19m

Punta Cana

Tue 9/16

12:40 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop11h 22m

$340

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Fri 9/26

11:59 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Punta Cana

Tue 9/30

4:35 pm-12:45 am

1 stop11h 10m

$358

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Fri 9/26

10:45 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Punta Cana

Tue 9/30

4:25 pm-9:20 am

1 stop19h 55m

$358

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

4:29 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop17h 11m

Punta Cana

Fri 9/12

1:50 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop12h 12m

$358

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Fri 9/12

11:41 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop12h 44m

Punta Cana

Thu 9/18

1:35 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop13h 23m

$358

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Fri 9/19

7:24 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop16h 41m

Punta Cana

Mon 9/29

1:50 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop12h 12m

$358

San DiegoPunta Cana

SAN - PUJ

SANPUJ

San Diego

Tue 9/16

1:35 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops21h 39m

Punta Cana

Tue 9/23

12:40 pm-11:34 pm

2 stops13h 54m

$369

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

10:45 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Punta Cana

Tue 9/9

4:25 pm-9:22 am

2 stops19h 57m

$370

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

1:46 am-6:01 pm

1 stop13h 15m

Punta Cana

Tue 9/9

11:57 am-11:12 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$373

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

2:01 am-2:11 am

1 stop21h 10m

Punta Cana

Thu 9/18

1:57 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$373

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Best time to book a flight from California to Punta Cana

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Punta Cana

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Punta Cana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Punta Cana (average of $443). Flying from California to Punta Cana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $593). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to PUJ?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Punta Cana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Punta Cana as you normally would.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Punta Cana from California?

    Most people fly into Punta Cana (PUJ) if they book a flight to Punta Cana from California. Punta Cana is conveniently located just 9.2 mi from Punta Cana’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from California to Punta Cana?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Punta Cana in 12h 06m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 3241 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Punta Cana one-way?

    $143 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and JetBlue, with prices starting from $159 and $237, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Punta Cana?

    The most popular flight routes from California to Punta Cana are San Francisco - Punta Cana, Los Angeles - Punta Cana and San Diego - Punta Cana.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Punta Cana that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Punta Cana flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Punta Cana?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Punta Cana.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Punta Cana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Punta Cana by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Punta Cana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Punta Cana (average of $443). Flying from California to Punta Cana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $593). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from California to Punta Cana

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California to Punta Cana. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$309Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$327Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$370Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$406Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$420Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$425Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$460Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$509Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air CanadaCheapest$512Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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