Cheap Flights from Richmond (RIC) to Punta Cana (PUJ)

Compare Richmond to Punta Cana flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Punta Cana

Book the best Punta Cana fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Richmond to Punta Cana

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Richmond to Punta Cana? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Punta Cana

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Richmond to Punta Cana flights are currently cheapest in February.

Richmond to Punta Cana: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Richmond to Punta Cana below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Punta Cana.

Richmond to Punta Cana: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£216
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Richmond to Punta Cana: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Richmond to Punta Cana is £216. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Richmond to Punta Cana. But we found flights with one or more stops from £216.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Richmond to Punta Cana.
The cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Punta Cana is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Richmond Airport to Punta Cana Airport on Saturday, 21 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Richmond Airport and Punta Cana Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Punta Cana but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Punta Cana is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Punta Cana.

Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ): what you need to know

  • Richmond and Punta Cana share the UTC-4 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RIC to PUJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Punta Cana International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between RIC and PUJ:

    • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

    • Washington Dulles International Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Punta Cana International Airport flight is £142. A return ticket is currently £216. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RIC to PUJ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Punta Cana International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from RIC to PUJ.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Punta Cana International Airport.

Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)

  • You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.

  • 77.63% of flights taking off from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) reach their destination on time.

  • Central Richmond to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is approximately 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near RIC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Punta Cana International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)

Getting from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to central Punta Cana

  • From Punta Cana International Airport, Punta Cana is approximately 12 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.

When to fly to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)

  • March is the busiest month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Punta Cana International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Punta Cana in May.

  • Book your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Punta Cana International Airport for September if you want to explore Punta Cana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIC to PUJ in March. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of Dominican Republic

  • Santo Domingo is just one of the many cities in Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Punta Cana. Around 100 miles away to the west, check out popular attractions including Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.

  • Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in Dominican Republic and is around 90 miles west of Punta Cana. No journey is complete without visiting Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.