PUJ

PUJ is the IATA airport code for Punta Cana International Airport (ICAO: MDPC), located near Punta Cana in La Altagracia Province, Dominican Republic. It serves as a major international gateway to the eastern Dominican Republic and the resort corridor around Bávaro and Cap Cana, handling a large share of tourist traffic to the region.

The airport accommodates international and domestic air service. It is served by carriers connecting the Dominican Republic with destinations in the Americas and Europe, with a strong emphasis on access for leisure travelers. The facility functions as a hub for several tour operators and supports both scheduled and charter services.

Facilities include a single passenger terminal with immigration and customs, shops, dining outlets, currency exchange, and car rental desks. Ground transportation options consist of private shuttles, taxis, and rental cars, with convenient access to nearby resorts and major highways.

Punta Cana International Airport opened in the 1980s and has undergone multiple expansions and modernization projects to handle increasing passenger numbers and larger aircraft. It remains one of the Caribbean region’s busiest airports by international arrivals and plays a central role in the Dominican Republic’s tourism industry.