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Cheapest round-trip
$455
Typical prices: $423-$541
Copa Airlines
Wed 10/31Wed 11/7
SJO - PUJ • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$289
Typical prices: $217-$355
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/15
SJO - PUJ • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San José and Punta Cana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 9% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Santo Domingo Las Americas (SDQ)
Cheapest • Avg $335 (round-trip)
Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY)
Shortest trip • 5h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Punta Cana (SJO-PUJ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Punta Cana

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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8:44 am - 4:09 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PUJ Punta Cana
5h 25m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:33 am - 8:19 amPUJ  Punta Cana-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
4h 46m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$455Copa Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
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10:03 am - 5:35 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PUJ Punta Cana
5h 32m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:33 am - 12:20 pmPUJ  Punta Cana-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 47m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$457Copa Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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8:45 am - 4:09 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PUJ Punta Cana
5h 24m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:35 am - 8:19 amPUJ  Punta Cana-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
4h 44m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$457Copa Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 25
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8:45 am - 4:09 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PUJ Punta Cana
5h 24m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:35 am - 9:04 amPUJ  Punta Cana-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
5h 29m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$457Copa Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Tue, Jan 5
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11:23 am - 8:55 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PUJ Punta Cana
7h 32m1 stop Santo Domingo Las Americas
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2:05 am - 10:38 amPUJ  Punta Cana-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 33m1 stop Santo Domingo Las Americas
$488Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Tue, Jan 5
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11:23 am - 8:55 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PUJ Punta Cana
7h 32m1 stop Santo Domingo Las Americas
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2:05 am - 10:38 amPUJ  Punta Cana-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 33m1 stop Santo Domingo Las Americas
$499Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 26
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11:23 am - 8:55 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PUJ Punta Cana
7h 32m1 stop Santo Domingo Las Americas
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2:05 am - 10:38 amPUJ  Punta Cana-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 33m1 stop Santo Domingo Las Americas
$506Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Fri, Feb 5
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1:55 am - 11:35 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PUJ Punta Cana
7h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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6:05 pm - 12:30 amPUJ  Punta Cana-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 25m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$549Avianca
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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1:50 am - 4:45 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PUJ Punta Cana
12h 55m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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12:45 pm - 12:30 amPUJ  Punta Cana-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 45m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$549Avianca
Wed, Feb 3 - Thu, Feb 11
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1:50 am - 5:20 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PUJ Punta Cana
13h 30m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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6:30 pm - 8:50 amPUJ  Punta Cana-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 20m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$549Avianca
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Punta Cana flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San José to Punta Cana with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from San José to Punta Cana?

Round-trip flights from San José to Punta Cana start at $455. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $423 to $541. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $455 on Copa Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Punta Cana?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Punta Cana, it is 3% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 1% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Punta Cana?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Punta Cana at $424 round-trip.
•July ($524) and August ($517) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 23% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San José to Punta Cana the cheapest?

Flights from San José to Punta Cana are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San José to Punta Cana flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$289
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from San José to Punta Cana

When to book flights from San José to Punta Cana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Punta Cana based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San José to Punta Cana flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Punta Cana?

    Flights from San José to Punta Cana usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Punta Cana (PUJ).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San José to Punta Cana?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Punta Cana:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Punta Cana pass through?

    One-stop flights from San José to Punta Cana most commonly connect through:

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 83% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Santo Domingo Las Americas (SDQ) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 0% of one-stop connections

    Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Punta Cana?

    On the San José to Punta Cana route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 5%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $456 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $477: a $21 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Punta Cana?

    Some of the most popular sights in Punta Cana are Playa Juanillo and Luna del Caribe Dinner Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Punta Cana on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute San José to Punta Cana flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 40% above the route average of $468. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from San José to Punta Cana?

    A nonstop flight from San José to Punta Cana takes 0h 00m, covering 1,213 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Punta Cana?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from San José to Punta Cana changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $455 to $2,225. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San José to Punta Cana looking right now?

    One-way fares from San José to Punta Cana are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $374, which is 34% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San José to Punta Cana?

    Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 27m, compared with 8h 34m via Santo Domingo Las Americas (SDQ) and 8h 49m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

  • What is the time difference between San José and Punta Cana?

    Punta Cana is 2 hours ahead of San José (Atlantic Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)?

    Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Infinity Car Rental
    • Zezgo
    • Alamo
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Punta Cana flight?

    Round-trip flights from San José to Punta Cana range from $423 to $541, with an average of $468 over the past 12 months. Anything below $423 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San José to Punta Cana flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $456 - about $21 less than Saturday (4% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Punta Cana trip for February. Fares historically average $424 round-trip in that month - typically $100 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Punta Cana Airport.
    - Four Points by Sheraton Puntacana Village

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