What is Arajet?
Arajet is the Dominican Republic's home grown low cost airline, based in Santo Domingo. It has rapidly expanded across the Americas with a young fleet and aggressive fares, and it is now one of the most popular ways to reach Punta Cana on a budget. Like all ultra low cost carriers, the base fare is low and you pay for extras such as bags and seat selection.
Arajet routes to Punta Cana
Arajet connects the Dominican Republic with a wide and growing network across Latin America, the Caribbean and the United States. Travelers from Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Panama and several US cities can often find direct or one stop options. Routes shift with the seasons, so the smart move is to check the live map and calendar on arajet.com for your dates. Some routes serve Santo Domingo rather than Punta Cana directly, in which case a domestic transfer or a private drive east gets you to the resorts.
Baggage rules and how to save
The most important thing to understand about Arajet is baggage. The cheapest fare usually includes only a small personal item. Carry on and checked bags are paid add ons, and they cost noticeably less when you buy them during booking instead of at the airport gate. Weigh your bags at home to avoid surprise fees, and consider packing light for a beach trip where you will live in swimwear anyway.
- Add bags at booking, gate prices are higher
- Weigh before you go, overweight fees add up fast
- Pack light for the beach, you need less than you think in Punta Cana
Booking tips for the cheapest Arajet fare
- Be flexible with dates, midweek flights are often cheaper
- Book bundles, bag and seat packages can beat buying separately
- Compare the all in price, not just the base fare, once bags are added
- Sort your eTicket, the free official form, before you fly
What to do the moment you land
Punta Cana International Airport is small, sunny and quick. Before you fly, complete the free official Dominican Republic eTicket so you breeze through immigration with your QR code. Arrange your resort transfer in advance, and book your headline excursion before you arrive so you are not negotiating at the tour desk on day one.
The classic first booking is the Saona Island day trip, followed by a catamaran snorkeling cruise and the buggy adventure to Macao Beach. For the full lay of the land, read our guide to things to do in Bavaro outside your resort.
Is Arajet worth it for Punta Cana?
For budget travelers, yes. If you pack light and add only the bags you need, Arajet can be the cheapest way into Punta Cana from much of the Americas. Just price the full ticket with bags before you decide, and always confirm routes and rules on the official Arajet site.
Landed in Punta Cana? Hit the water
Catamaran cruises, island trips and buggy tours with hotel pickup and free cancellation.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Arajet, the Dominican low cost airline, operates flights to Punta Cana International Airport as well as to Santo Domingo. Routes change by season, so check the current network on arajet.com before booking.
Arajet connects the Dominican Republic with cities across Latin America, Central America, the Caribbean and the United States, including hubs in Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Panama and several US cities. The map keeps growing.
Yes. Arajet is an ultra low cost carrier, which means a low base fare with optional add ons. Seats, checked bags and extras are paid separately, so the headline price is just the start. Bundle your bags during booking to save.
Arajet typically includes only a small personal item in the base fare. Carry on and checked bags are paid extras, and they are cheaper if you add them when you book rather than at the airport. Always check the current allowance on arajet.com.
