Plan Your Trip
Follow our simple step-by-step guide to planning the perfect Punta Cana holiday — from first ideas to airport departure.
Your Trip Planner
Choose Your Travel Style
Who are you travelling with? Your travel style shapes everything — from resort choice to activities.
Pick the Best Time to Visit
Punta Cana is beautiful year-round, but the best weather is during the dry season.
Best months: November to March
Dry season with minimal rain, low humidity and temperatures around 27–29°C. Perfect beach weather every day.
Hurricane season: August–October
Higher chance of tropical storms. Travel insurance is strongly recommended if visiting during this period.
Set Your Budget
Punta Cana suits a wide range of budgets — from mid-range all-inclusive to ultra-luxury.
Mid-Range
£800–£1,400 pp
4-star all-inclusive, 7 nights
Premium
£1,400–£2,500 pp
5-star resort, excursions included
Luxury
£2,500+ pp
Exclusive villas, private butler
Sort Your Documents
Make sure your travel documents are in order well before departure.
- ✓ Valid passport (at least 6 months beyond travel date)
- ✓ UK citizens do not need a visa — tourist card issued on arrival
- ✓ Comprehensive travel insurance (medical + cancellation)
- ✓ FCDO travel advisory check before departure
- ✓ Hotel and flight confirmations printed and digital
Book Flights & Resort
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) has direct flights from London Gatwick, Manchester and Glasgow with Thomson, TUI and British Airways.
Flight time from the UK
Approximately 9–10 hours direct from London. Book early for best prices, especially for peak periods (Christmas, February half-term, August).