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Cheapest Flight Round-trip
$399
Lowest round-trip price available on Priceline for this route right now.
This fare recently dropped from $675.
2 stops · economyCheapest Flight One-way
$214
Lowest one-way price found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 11 days ago.
The typical one-way fare on this route is $272.
Outbound · Oct 29
6:50 pmMSYLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
10:39 amPUJPunta Cana International Airport
14h 49m · 1 stop via Charlotte (CLT)
Good deal price
$541
A round-trip at or under $541 is a good deal on this route right now.
75% of the fares we found on this route cost more; only a quarter cost less.
Best time to fly
Late Nights
Late Night departures average $515 on this route, the lowest of any time of day.
$142 less than the average departure, which is $657.
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When is the best time of day to fly?
Late night (9pm - 12am) is the cheapest time of day to fly from New Orleans to Punta Cana. At $515 it is 22% cheaper than the average time. Midday (12pm - 2pm) is the most expensive time, 19% above average.
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| Time of day | Average fare |
|---|---|
| Morning | $634 |
| Midday | $781 |
| Afternoon | $683 |
| Evening | $672 |
| Late Night | $515 |
What do round-trip flights from New Orleans to Punta Cana cost?
Share of fares in each price range.
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| Price range | Share of fares |
|---|---|
| $400 to $500 | 22% |
| $500 to $600 | 18% |
| $600 to $700 | 32% |
| $700 to $800 | 25% |
| $800 and up | 3% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about flying from New Orleans to Punta Cana.
What is the typical flight duration from New Orleans to Punta Cana?
Flights from New Orleans to Punta Cana are about 1,585 miles. No scheduled nonstop service exists on this route, so the trip requires a connection.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.
Are there any direct flights from New Orleans to Punta Cana?
There are no nonstop flights from New Orleans to Punta Cana. The shortest connecting routing is on American Airlines via Miami, at 5 hours 39 minutes total (2h 1m first leg, 1h 4m layover, 2h 34m second leg). Southwest also connects via Orlando in about 6 hours 10 minutes.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the ground transportation options in Punta Cana?
Punta Cana International Airport has no public bus or train connections, so ground transport is exclusively private. The most used option is the licensed airport taxi, with flat rates from about $30 USD to Bávaro or Cap Cana and $70 USD to Uvero Alto, though taxis cannot be hailed curbside and must be booked at an authorized counter or in advance. Shared shuttle transfers cost $15–35 per person round trip and are popular for budget travelers, while private SUVs and resort-arranged shuttles offer the most direct door-to-door service. Car rental is available on site from major agencies like Avis, Hertz, Dollar, Budget, and Europcar for travelers who want flexibility around the island. Uber operates in Punta Cana but pickups directly at the airport are restricted, making pre-booked taxis or shuttles the fastest and most reliable choices.
References
- Punta Cana (PUJ) Airport Transfer - Bavaro, Cap Cana
- Punta Cana Airport Taxi | Official 24/7 Taxi Service to All Destinations
- Punta Cana Airport Transfers & Shuttles | Punta Cana Airport
- Punta Cana Airport [useful information] - Lopesan Costa Bávaro
- Bus Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) to Santo Domingo: Find cheap tickets | CheckMyBus
- Punta Cana airport: flights, terminals and transfers
- Welcome
- aaa-travel-icon
Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from New Orleans to Punta Cana?
No overnight or red-eye flights operate from New Orleans to Punta Cana — there are no nonstop red-eyes on the route, and no connecting itinerary has a red-eye long leg.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.
Which airlines usually operate this route from New Orleans to Punta Cana?
There is no nonstop service from New Orleans to Punta Cana. The quickest connecting option is on American Airlines via Miami, taking about 5h 39m total, with seven daily connections. Southwest Airlines also offers connections via Orlando, and longer options exist via Baltimore, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Newark on American, Southwest, and United respectively.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
Which airport should I use in Punta Cana?
Punta Cana has one main airport, Punta Cana International Airport, which serves the entire resort region and is the only practical choice for flights from New Orleans.
How do I get to Louis Armstrong Intl Airport from the city center?
Getting to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport from downtown is easiest by rideshare or taxi, which pick up on the arrivals curb and take about 20 to 30 minutes; taxis charge a flat rate to the Central Business District or French Quarter. Public buses also connect the airport to downtown, with Jefferson Transit and RTA service from Level 1 baggage claim, and shared shuttle buses serve downtown hotels. Driving yourself is straightforward, with short-term, long-term, and economy parking garages on site, plus a remote economy lot with a free shuttle. Rideshare and taxis are the most popular and fastest for most travelers, while the bus is the cheapest option.
References
- A Guide to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) | Chase
- flymsy - Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
- Arriving & Departing - New York Times
- Find cheap flights to New Orleans (MSY) | American Airlines
- New Orleans Airport Dropoff: How to Get There | Uber
- New Orleans Airport Taxi Cab - Request a Ride with Uber
Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Punta Cana airport?
Punta Cana International Airport does not have an on-site or terminal-connected hotel, but there are hotels nearby with shuttle service. The Four Points by Sheraton Puntacana Village is 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away, and The Westin Puntacana Resort is 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away. For overnight stays inside the airport itself, sleeping options are limited since the terminals are not open 24 hours.
References
- Punta Cana Airport Guide (PUJ) - Sleeping in Airports
- Backpacker Hostels near Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), Punta Cana 2026 (from $7 🤑)
- W Punta Cana, Adult All-Inclusive | Luxury Boutique Hotel in La Altagracia
- Accor assina Swissôtel Santo Domingo e Novotel Punta Cana Aeroporto na República Dominicana | Accor - Americas
What facilities and services are available to travelers at Punta Cana International Airport?
Punta Cana International Airport offers airport Wi-Fi, duty-free shopping, a food court with familiar brands like Wendy's, Cinnabon, and Segafredo's, plus a Skybar. There are ATMs, currency exchange, and a pharmacy in the terminals. The airport has a Mother's Room called "Sala de Lactancia" in Terminal A with comfortable seating, an end table, a changing table, and convenient electrical outlets. A children's play area is located next to Gate 1 in Terminal B. The airport also has tourist information points and a lost and found.
References
- Punta Cana International Airport - Welcome to PUJ Airport
- Punta Cana Airport [useful information] - Lopesan Costa Bávaro
- Punta Cana airport, information about Terminal B (TB)
- Everything You Need to Know About Punta Cana International Airport
- About | Punta Cana International Airport | Routes
- VIP Lounge Punta Cana (Departures) PUJ AIRPORT Terminal A Punta Cana International | Priority Pass
- What Airport Do You Fly Into For Punta Cana? | Traveler’s Guide
Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the New Orleans and Punta Cana airports?
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is free of architectural barriers for travelers with disabilities, offers TTY access via the Louisiana Relay Service at 711, and has visual paging on flight information displays, with dedicated mother's rooms for nursing mothers and an adult changing table post-security next to Shake Shack. Punta Cana International Airport provides dedicated wheelchair queues at arrivals and departures, wheelchair access ramps, and priority check-in for passengers with disabilities, the elderly, and those traveling with babies, along with special spaces for nursing mothers. To arrange mobility assistance at either airport, contact your airline directly before the flight.
What aircraft are typically used on flights from New Orleans to Punta Cana?
There is no nonstop service from New Orleans to Punta Cana, so all itineraries connect. Southwest's one-stop options via Orlando or Baltimore use Boeing 737-800s on the long leg, with 737-700s, 737-800s, or 737 MAX 8s on the short leg. American's connections via Miami or Dallas/Fort Worth use Boeing 737-800s, Airbus A321neos, or Airbus A321s on the long leg, and United's via Newark uses Boeing 737 MAX 9s.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.
Which airline alliances serve flights from New Orleans to Punta Cana?
There is no nonstop service from New Orleans to Punta Cana, so all flights connect, and among the carriers currently scheduled one-stops American Airlines (oneworld) and United Airlines (Star Alliance) each serve the route. Southwest Airlines also runs connecting itineraries but belongs to no alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but only oneworld and Star Alliance appear among the carriers operating it now.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the best airport lounge options when departing from New Orleans?
There are three lounges at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport: The Club MSY, the Delta Sky Club, and the United Lounge. The Club MSY is by Concourse A and offers complimentary alcoholic drinks for those 21 and over, Wi-Fi, showers, TVs, and flight monitors, with showers and a fully tended bar. The United Lounge is at Gate C5 on Concourse C, and the Delta Sky Club is in the Main Terminal. The Military Lounge is pre-security on Level 3 for active military with valid ID.
References
- The Club MSY MSY AIRPORT Concourse A New Orleans LA International | Priority Pass
- The Club MSY at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport | Amex US
- flymsy - Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
- Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport MSY Lounges - MSY Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass
- American Express Lounges at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport | Amex US
Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?
Same-day changes and standby on this route depend on the airline and fare class; flexible and premium tickets generally allow them, while Basic Economy does not.