$161 Cheap Flights from Punta Cana (PUJ) to New York (JFK)

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Popular airlines from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)

Cheap Flights from Punta Cana to New York (PUJ-JFK)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $161 for one-way flights and $294 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Sun, Feb 1
PUJ
Punta Cana
JFK
New York
$294 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$294
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 29 from Punta Cana to New York, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $294 found 3 days ago
Delta
Sat, Nov 22 - Fri, Nov 28
PUJ
Punta Cana
JFK
New York
$296 Roundtrip, just found
$296
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Nov 22 from Punta Cana to New York, returning Fri, Nov 28, priced at $296 just found
JetBlue Airways
Sat, Oct 25 - Sun, Oct 26
PUJ
Punta Cana
JFK
New York
$299 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Punta Cana to New York, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $299 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Oct 25 - Sun, Oct 26
PUJ
Punta Cana
JFK
New York
$299 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Punta Cana to New York, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $299 found 2 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 13
PUJ
Punta Cana
JFK
New York
$300 Roundtrip, just found
$300
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Punta Cana to New York, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $300 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 4
PUJ
Punta Cana
JFK
New York
$301 Roundtrip, just found
$301
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from Punta Cana to New York, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $301 just found
American Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 18
PUJ
Punta Cana
JFK
New York
$303 Roundtrip, just found
$303
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Punta Cana to New York, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $303 just found
American Airlines
Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 8
PUJ
Punta Cana
JFK
New York
$303 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$303
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Punta Cana to New York, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $303 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 7
PUJ
Punta Cana
JFK
New York
$316 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$316
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Punta Cana to New York, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $316 found 20 hours ago
Copa
Sat, Oct 25 - Tue, Oct 28
PUJ
Punta Cana
JFK
New York
$367 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$367
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Punta Cana to New York, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $367 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Punta Cana (PUJ) to New York (JFK)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $223 - $449 per traveler.

Alternative airports near New York

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Liberty Intl. EWR. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $318
EWR
Liberty Intl.
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $318
Select flight to LaGuardia LGA. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 14 minutes. Flights from $318
LGA
LaGuardia
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center14 min
Flights from $318
Select flight to Westchester County HPN. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $347
HPN
Westchester County
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $347
Flights from Punta Cana (PUJ) to New York (JFK)
Origin airport
Punta Cana Intl.
Destination airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways
Roundtrip price
$294
Distance
1559 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 3 mins

Punta Cana to New York Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Punta Cana to New York

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Punta Cana to New York are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Punta Cana to New York with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Punta Cana to New York

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Punta Cana to New York: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Punta Cana to New York

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Punta Cana to New York in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $161 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Punta Cana to New York flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Punta Cana to New York airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $161 or cheap return flight from $294 from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
The cheapest month to fly from PUJ to JFK is January, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are typically when airlines offer better prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Enjoy a seamless journey to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). 3 airlines operate nonstop flights from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ), including:

  • JetBlue Airways
  • Delta Air Lines
  • American Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
While prices can change depending on when you travel, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines are go-to choices for flights between Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) and John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest ticket for your PUJ to JFK flight.
How many flights per day from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Each day on average, 5 nonstop flights operate from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). Select the departure time that best fits your itinerary.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
The 12 PM departures from PUJ to JFK are typically the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you're looking to save, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from PUJ to JFK?
Travel on a Friday if you're searching for the biggest selection of flights from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
What is the earliest flight from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ)'s first flight to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) departs at approximately 12:05PM UTC-4. With a travel time of 4h 5m, you'll land at around 3:10PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
The average flight duration from PUJ to JFK is 4 hours and 10 minutes, covering a total distance of 1,550 mi.
What airline has the least delays from PUJ to JFK?
Consider booking with American Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) without any holdups. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 85%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Choose a flight from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures later than this are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for New York from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ)?
Catch a direct flight from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to New York and arrive at John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). Another point of entry into this destination is Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from PUJ to JFK just before your getaway is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a PUJ to JFK flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a PUJ to JFK flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then tailor your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
In most cases, you can modify or cancel your PUJ to JFK flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you want further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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