Travelling from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Punta Cana Airport (PUJ): what you need to know
Punta Cana's timezone is UTC-4, making Punta Cana one hour ahead of Jacksonville.
Give yourself enough time to make your JAX to PUJ flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Jacksonville International Airport to Punta Cana Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between JAX and PUJ include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Miami International Airport
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Punta Cana Airport flight is Rs48,598. A return fare right now is Rs99,998. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from JAX to PUJ, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Punta Cana Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from JAX to PUJ.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Punta Cana Airport.
Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
JAX's address is 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Jacksonville International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart JAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Jacksonville International Airport from central Jacksonville, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near JAX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Punta Cana Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
Reserve a hotel near PUJ if you have a late Jacksonville International Airport to Punta Cana Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Punta Cana Airport rental car. Book your wheels from amerirent, Goldcar or Routes Car Rentals and chase adventure across Punta Cana and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Punta Cana Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana
Punta Cana Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Punta Cana. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Punta Cana Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Punta Cana. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in September.
Book your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Punta Cana Airport for September if you want to visit Punta Cana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from JAX to PUJ in March if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
You've visited Punta Cana, now it's time to explore other parts of the Dominican Republic. Journey about 161 kilometres west to Santo Domingo to check off its must-visit sights. From Catedral Primada de las Americas to Alcazar de Colon and The Cathedral of the Americas, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in the Dominican Republic and is around 145 kilometres west of Punta Cana. No journey is complete without experiencing Lago los tres ojos, National Aquarium and La Cueva del Eden.
