Punta Cana

$142+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Punta Cana (PUJ)

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LAX — PUJ
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Punta Cana are usually found in September or October, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Punta Cana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Punta Cana (PUJ). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$361
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$142
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$654
From Los Angeles to Punta Cana
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($64 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Punta Cana

Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Punta Cana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Punta Cana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/1211:16 pmLAX - PUJ
1 stop10h 24mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/184:35 pmPUJ - LAX
1 stop10h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$361
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1811:38 pmLAX - PUJ
2 stops12h 22mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/294:05 pmPUJ - LAX
2 stops18h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 9/1211:41 pmLAX - PUJ
1 stop12h 44mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/181:35 pmPUJ - LAX
2 stops12h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$365
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/309:31 pmLAX - PUJ
1 stop13h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/63:19 pmPUJ - LAX
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 9/119:40 pmLAX - PUJ
1 stop13h 52mDelta
Thu 9/251:57 pmPUJ - LAX
1 stop13h 14mDelta
Deal found 7/27$385
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 stop13h 00mCopa Airlines
Thu 9/181:57 pmPUJ - LAX
1 stop12h 15mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/28$392
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/94:24 pmLAX - PUJ
1 stop17h 01mFrontier
Wed 8/135:08 pmPUJ - LAX
1 stop18h 31mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$405

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Punta Cana that are best for you.

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Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Fri 9/12

11:16 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop10h 24m

Punta Cana

Thu 9/18

4:35 pm-12:34 am

1 stop10h 59m

$361

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Mon 8/18

11:38 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops12h 22m

Punta Cana

Fri 8/29

4:05 pm-7:43 am

2 stops18h 38m

$362

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-10:37 pm

2 stops12h 02m

$365

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

9:31 pm-2:23 pm

1 stop13h 52m

Punta Cana

Sat 9/6

3:19 pm-8:14 am

2 stops19h 55m

$378

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

5:30 pm-2:32 pm

1 stop18h 02m

Punta Cana

Fri 9/26

1:57 pm-12:11 am

1 stop13h 14m

$385

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

1:46 am-6:01 pm

1 stop13h 15m

Punta Cana

Thu 9/18

1:57 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$392

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Sat 8/9

4:24 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop17h 01m

Punta Cana

Wed 8/13

5:08 pm-8:39 am

1 stop18h 31m

$405

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Sat 9/27

11:10 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops12h 04m

$142

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Tue 9/30

12:05 pm-2:11 am

1 stop11h 06m

$155

Los AngelesPunta Cana

LAX - PUJ

LAXPUJ

Los Angeles

Sun 9/21

11:41 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop12h 44m

$159

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Punta Cana from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Punta Cana. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana (average of $443). Flying from Los Angeles to Punta Cana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $594). 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 LAX to PUJ?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 July 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to Punta Cana at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Punta Cana?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Punta Cana. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Punta Cana flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Punta Cana?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Punta Cana chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 69% of 1-stop itineraries from Los Angeles to Punta Cana on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Punta Cana?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Los Angeles to Punta Cana, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Panama City (PTY) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $593.

What’s the fastest layover option from Los Angeles to Punta Cana?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to Punta Cana, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Panama City (PTY) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 54m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Los Angeles to Punta Cana?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to Punta Cana, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 37m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Punta Cana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Punta Cana. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Punta Cana. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from Los Angeles to Punta Cana. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Punta Cana. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Punta Cana round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Los Angeles to Punta Cana round-trip from $361. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $362, and American Airlines, from $365. United Airlines is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $142. Copa Airlines flights start at $155 while deals on American Airlines start at $159 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Punta Cana?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Miami?

    Most Miami visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Wynwood Art District, Bayfront Park, and Bayside Marketplace. Wynwood Art District, Bayfront Park, and Bayside Marketplace can be accessed by traveling approximately 5.5 mi, 6.4 mi, and 6.4 mi, respectively from Miami. Those looking to explore during their layover in Miami can rent a car from Miami for about $25 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Charlotte?

    Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame are currently the most popular points of interest in Charlotte at the moment. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Travelers can rent a car at Charlotte Douglas for an average daily rate of $49 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Punta Cana flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Punta Cana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana (average of $443). Flying from Los Angeles to Punta Cana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $594). 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 Los Angeles to Punta Cana

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$327Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$336Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$391Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$412Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$424Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$439Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$466Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$543Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air CanadaCheapest$606Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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