Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Newark Airport to Punta Cana?

Flights connecting via San Juan (SJU) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 17m.

How many flights depart from Newark Airport to Punta Cana on average per week?

As of October 2025, 19 flights take off from Newark Airport and land in Punta Cana each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Punta Cana?

United Airlines, JetBlue and Arajet are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Punta Cana from Newark Airport according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 56% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Punta Cana. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Punta Cana on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Newark Airport to Punta Cana?

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $290.

How often are flights from Newark to Punta Cana delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Newark and Punta Cana have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 139 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Newark to Punta Cana flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Newark to Punta Cana?

Arajet, JetBlue, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Newark to Punta Cana

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Newark Airport to Punta Cana on average per day?

2 flights are operational daily from Newark Airport to Punta Cana as of October 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00AM, with 100% of flights per day taking off at noon.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Newark Airport and Punta Cana?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 44% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Newark Airport to Punta Cana?

Panama City (PTY) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 21m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Newark Airport to Punta Cana Airport?

Prices for flights from Newark Airport to Punta Cana Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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There are 8 operators available for flights from Newark Airport to Punta Cana Airport as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Newark Airport to Punta Cana Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Newark Airport to Punta Cana Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Punta Cana Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Punta Cana Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Punta Cana Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Mar 10

EWR8:05 amNewark

11h 09m

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PUJ7:14 pmPunta Cana

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PUJ1:15 pmPunta Cana

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Feb 19

EWR8:05 amNewark

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Nov 18

EWR7:00 amNewark

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17h 29m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Punta Cana?

If you’re not able to fly to Punta Cana in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Newark Airport to Punta Cana during October average around $445.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Punta Cana?

The cheapest day to depart from Newark Airport to Punta Cana is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $482. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Punta Cana on Thursday is $553.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Punta Cana?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Newark Airport to Punta Cana when you can find flight prices for as low as $496. Flying to Punta Cana at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Punta Cana, so prices are often more expensive at around $510 per ticket.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Punta Cana?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Punta Cana from Newark Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Punta Cana for around $513 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Punta Cana from Newark Airport for as low as $467 on momondo.

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How have Newark Airport to Punta Cana flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Newark Airport to Punta Cana flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$171
Fastest flight time	3h 56m
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The best one-way flight to Punta Cana from Newark Airport in the past 72 hours is $171. The best round-trip flight deal from Newark Airport to Punta Cana found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $348.

The fastest flight from Newark Airport to Punta Cana takes 3h 56m

Direct flights go from Newark Airport to Punta Cana every day.

There is 1 airport near Punta Cana: Punta Cana (PUJ)

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How far is Newark to Punta Cana by plane?
The distance between Newark and Punta Cana is about 1557.3 mi. Typically, this will take 3h 58m by plane in normal conditions.
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Prices for flights from Newark Airport to Punta Cana Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
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There are 8 operators available for flights from Newark Airport to Punta Cana Airport as of October 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Newark Airport to Punta Cana Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Newark Airport to Punta Cana Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Punta Cana Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Punta Cana Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Punta Cana Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Newark Airport to Punta Cana?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Newark Airport and Punta Cana, the leading plane model is Airbus A320-100/200, making up 27.41% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 23.11%, Airbus A321neo with 12.35%, and Boeing 737-900 with 9.45%.
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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Newark Airport to Punta Cana is United Airlines (49% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are JetBlue (42%), Frontier (5%), and Spirit Airlines (1%).

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United Airlines Flights From Newark Airport to Punta Cana
United Airlines flies from Newark Airport to Punta Cana around 14 times per week, with 8,988 momondo users rating the airline 7.4/10. The cheapest United Airlines deal from Newark Airport to Punta Cana in the last 72 hours was $310 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $593 for United Airlines flights on this route.
JetBlue Flights From Newark Airport to Punta Cana
$290 is the best JetBlue flight deal from Newark Airport to Punta Cana found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average JetBlue ticket price found was closer to $491, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. JetBlue (7.2/10 from 2,907 user reviews) flies into Punta Cana from Newark Airport 5 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Punta Cana?

If you’re not able to fly to Punta Cana in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Newark Airport to Punta Cana during October average around $445.

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Can stopping save me money on Newark Airport to Punta Cana flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Newark Airport to Punta Cana.

How have Newark Airport to Punta Cana flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Newark Airport to Punta Cana flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Newark to Punta Cana?

Arajet, JetBlue, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Newark to Punta Cana

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How often are flights from Newark to Punta Cana delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Newark and Punta Cana have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 139 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Newark to Punta Cana flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Newark Airport and Punta Cana?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 44% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Newark Airport to Punta Cana?

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $290.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Newark Airport to Punta Cana?

Flights connecting via San Juan (SJU) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 17m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Newark Airport to Punta Cana?

Panama City (PTY) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 21m.

How many flights depart from Newark Airport to Punta Cana on average per day?

2 flights are operational daily from Newark Airport to Punta Cana as of October 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00AM, with 100% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Newark Airport to Punta Cana on average per week?

As of October 2025, 19 flights take off from Newark Airport and land in Punta Cana each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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