Punta Cana

$105+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Punta Cana (PUJ)

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WAS — PUJ
Aug 5 — Aug 121
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$105
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$596

Good round-trip deal

$306 or less

Good one-way deal

$143 or less
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Punta Cana
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Punta Cana
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Punta Cana.
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/316:37 amBWI - PUJ
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/61:35 pmPUJ - BWI
Nonstop3h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$259
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Fri 8/155:35 pmBWI - PUJ
1 stop20h 59mFrontier
Sun 8/171:19 pmPUJ - BWI
1 stop22h 37mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$294
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sun 8/177:15 amBWI - PUJ
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/2112:03 pmPUJ - BWI
Nonstop3h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$301
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2311:11 amIAD - PUJ
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Sat 8/303:29 pmPUJ - IAD
1 stop25h 01mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$321
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/237:40 amDCA - PUJ
1 stop8h 03mJetBlue
Sat 8/305:08 pmPUJ - DCA
1 stop17h 52mJetBlue
Deal found 7/30$358
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:00 amIAD - PUJ
1 stop7h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2811:50 amPUJ - IAD
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$362
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/244:10 pmDCA - PUJ
1 stop7h 35mAir Canada
Mon 12/13:35 pmPUJ - DCA
1 stop24h 56mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$366
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/259:55 amIAD - PUJ
1 stop13h 50mAir Canada
Tue 12/212:50 pmPUJ - IAD
1 stop9h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 7/28$366

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Punta Cana

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Depart

Return

Price

BaltimorePunta Cana

BWI - PUJ

BWIPUJ

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 8/31

6:37 am-3:00 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Punta Cana

Sat 9/6

1:35 pm-5:34 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$259

BaltimorePunta Cana

BWI - PUJ

BWIPUJ

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 8/15

5:35 pm-2:34 pm

1 stop20h 59m

Punta Cana

Sun 8/17

1:19 pm-11:56 am

1 stop22h 37m

$294

BaltimorePunta Cana

BWI - PUJ

BWIPUJ

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 8/17

7:15 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Punta Cana

Thu 8/21

12:03 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

$301

Washington, D.C.Punta Cana

IAD - PUJ

IADPUJ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/23

11:11 am-5:44 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Punta Cana

Sat 8/30

3:29 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop25h 01m

$321

Washington, D.C.Punta Cana

DCA - PUJ

DCAPUJ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/23

7:40 am-3:43 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Punta Cana

Sat 8/30

5:08 pm-11:00 am

1 stop17h 52m

$358

Washington, D.C.Punta Cana

IAD - PUJ

IADPUJ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/18

7:00 am-2:07 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Punta Cana

Tue 10/28

11:50 am-8:59 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$362

Washington, D.C.Punta Cana

DCA - PUJ

DCAPUJ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/24

4:10 pm-12:45 am

1 stop7h 35m

Punta Cana

Mon 12/1

3:35 pm-3:31 pm

1 stop24h 56m

$366

Washington, D.C.Punta Cana

IAD - PUJ

IADPUJ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/25

9:55 am-12:45 am

1 stop13h 50m

Punta Cana

Tue 12/2

12:50 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$366

Washington, D.C.Punta Cana

IAD - PUJ

IADPUJ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/17

8:15 am-12:59 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Punta Cana

Tue 11/25

12:56 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$412

BaltimorePunta Cana

BWI - PUJ

BWIPUJ

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 8/23

7:00 am-10:58 am

Nonstop3h 58m

$105

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Airports
IAD

At IAD, check-in areas can get crowded in the afternoon, so arrive early to avoid delays.

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PUJ

At PUJ, immigration is quick with up to 15 agents, often clearing planes in under 20 minutes.

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

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

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 12 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana (average of $443). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to PUJ?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 31, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 37% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to PUJ are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. 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 56% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

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

San Juan (SJU) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $209.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

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

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

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

Flights via Orlando (MCO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 05m.

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 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Punta Cana from Washington, D.C.?

    Punta Cana (PUJ) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana. You should not have trouble finding flights to Punta Cana from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the Punta Cana airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 9.2 mi journey from Punta Cana (PUJ) to Punta Cana’s city center.

  • How popular is this Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $259 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and JetBlue, starting at $321 and $358 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 58% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $105. Users have also found prices from $148 and $157 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana is $112. On average you can expect to pay $301. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Punta Cana), can usually be booked for $369.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

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

    Orlando travelers tend to visit Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, and International Drive more than anywhere else. Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, and International Drive are located about 16.2 mi, 10.2 mi, and 9.9 mi, respectively from Orlando. Travelers can book a car rental at Orlando for about $35 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana (average of $443). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Punta Cana

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$245Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$260Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$369Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$370Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$430Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$463Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$479Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$498Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$535Average$809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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