Cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Punta Cana International from $449
Updated 2026-06-01
3243 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 6h 55m with 10 airlines operating direct service from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Punta Cana International (PUJ). Cheapest fares are usually in Jun (around $449 return), with peak prices in Jun (around $1347). Departures on a Tuesday tend to undercut weekend prices on this corridor.
Flying from Los Angeles International
Los Angeles International spreads across nine terminals arranged in a U around the central hub, with the inter-terminal LAX-it shuttle and the new Automated People Mover (opening late 2026) connecting them. Metro Rail does not yet enter the airport directly — the K Line shuttle and FlyAway bus to Union Station are the rail-adjacent options. American, Delta, United, Southwest and Alaska all run major operations here; international long-haul fills T2 and the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
Arriving in Punta Cana
Punta Cana International serves the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic — built specifically as a resort gateway. Most arriving passengers transfer directly to all-inclusive resorts via private or resort-organised shuttles ($15–$30). The route from US East Coast and Midwest is heavy year-round; January–April are peak demand. The airport's open-air thatched-roof terminals are an architectural curiosity worth noting on first arrival.
Who flies LAX to PUJ?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| American Airlines | AA | 6h 55m | Economy |
| Delta Air Lines | DL | 6h 55m | Economy |
| United Airlines | UA | 6h 55m | Economy |
| British Airways | BA | 6h 55m | Economy |
| Virgin Atlantic | VS | 6h 55m | Economy |
| Qantas | QF | 6h 55m | Economy |
| Singapore Airlines | SQ | 6h 55m | Economy |
| Korean Air | KE | 6h 55m | Economy |
| ANA | NH | 6h 55m | Economy |
| Emirates | EK | 6h 55m | Economy |
10 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
Best time to fly LAX→PUJ
Aggregated from 12 months of Travelpayouts fare data. Cheapest months in green, peak in red.
Source: Travelpayouts route data, refreshed every 30 days. Cheapest day-of-week typically Tuesday.
Los Angeles to Punta Cana FAQs
Direct flights from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Punta Cana International (PUJ) take approximately 6h 55m for the 3243-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.
Jun is typically the cheapest month on this route, with one-way fares from $449. Jun is the peak — expect prices 2–3× higher. Book 4–8 weeks ahead for best fares; last-minute prices on this corridor rise sharply inside two weeks of departure.
10 carriers operate direct service from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Punta Cana International (PUJ): American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and 5 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — American Airlines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.
Tourist card on arrival — $10, often included in airfare. Stay up to 30 days extendable. Always check travel.state.gov for the latest entry requirements before booking.
Punta Cana International (PUJ) is the primary international airport for Punta Cana. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.