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$158+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PUJ
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Punta Cana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$346
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$158
(Expedia)

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$647
From San Diego to Punta Cana
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Punta Cana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Punta Cana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 7/187:00 pmSAN - PUJ
2 stops17h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/223:25 pmPUJ - SAN
2 stops21h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$346
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/154:44 pmSAN - PUJ
1 stop16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/183:25 pmPUJ - SAN
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$395
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/14:44 pmSAN - PUJ
1 stop16h 41mFrontier
Wed 8/65:08 pmPUJ - SAN
1 stop25h 51mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$460
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Wed 9/39:08 pmSAN - PUJ
1 stop10h 40mCopa Airlines
Sun 9/145:17 amPUJ - SAN
1 stop15h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/3$483

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 July 3, 2025.
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San Diego

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Punta Cana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoPunta Cana

SAN - PUJ

SANPUJ

San Diego

Fri 7/18

7:00 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops17h 55m

Punta Cana

Tue 7/22

3:25 pm-9:55 am

2 stops21h 30m

$346

San DiegoPunta Cana

SAN - PUJ

SANPUJ

San Diego

Tue 7/15

4:44 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop16h 41m

Punta Cana

Fri 7/18

3:25 pm-9:55 am

2 stops21h 30m

$395

San DiegoPunta Cana

SAN - PUJ

SANPUJ

San Diego

Fri 8/1

4:44 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop16h 41m

Punta Cana

Wed 8/6

5:08 pm-3:59 pm

1 stop25h 51m

$460

San DiegoPunta Cana

SAN - PUJ

SANPUJ

San Diego

Wed 9/3

9:08 pm-10:48 am

1 stop10h 40m

Punta Cana

Sun 9/14

5:17 am-5:50 pm

1 stop15h 33m

$483

San DiegoPunta Cana

SAN - PUJ

SANPUJ

San Diego

Sun 8/17

7:01 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops16h 59m

$158

San DiegoPunta Cana

SAN - PUJ

SANPUJ

San Diego

Wed 8/13

4:44 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$202

San DiegoPunta Cana

SAN - PUJ

SANPUJ

San Diego

Sat 8/16

1:17 pm-4:55 pm

3 stops24h 38m

$216

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Deals found on 7/2

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Punta Cana

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Punta Cana?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Punta Cana. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Punta Cana, you should look to book at least 2 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Punta Cana (average of $443). Flying from San Diego to Punta Cana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $595). 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 SAN to PUJ?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Punta Cana in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 31% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Punta Cana, such as Copa Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Frontier. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,086 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,286 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 San Diego to Punta Cana round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Punta Cana round-trip from $346. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $460, and Copa Airlines, from $483. Spirit Airlines is 48% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Punta Cana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Punta Cana (average of $443). Flying from San Diego to Punta Cana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $595). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Punta Cana

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$321Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$370Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$453Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$482Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$494Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$544Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$544Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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