Car Rental at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)

Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) is the busiest airport in the Dominican Republic, serving over 8 million passengers per year. We deliver your rental car directly to the terminal — no shuttle, no rental counter line, no waiting. Just text us your flight number and a representative meets you at arrivals with the car keys. "...Free service, included in every booking. ⭐ 4.7/5 on Google from 130+ recent reviews — over 3500+ travelers served since 2022."

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How airport pickup works (3 simple steps)

When you book online, you'll receive a confirmation email with your representative's WhatsApp number. The pickup process is designed to be the fastest in the Dominican Republic.

Send your flight number when you book

We track your flight in real time, including delays.

Send a WhatsApp when you land

Walk through customs and message us once you exit. Within 5 minutes our representative meets you at the airport's curbside arrivals area outside Terminal A or Terminal B.

Sign, walkaround, drive

30-second car inspection together, sign the contract on a tablet, and you're driving to your hotel within 10 minutes of landing. No shuttle ride. No waiting at a rental counter.

Where to meet your car at PUJ

Punta Cana International Airport has two main terminals: Terminal A (domestic and some international) and Terminal B (most international flights from USA, Canada, and Europe). Both terminals share the same arrivals area exit.

Our pickup location is at the outside the of arrivals exit, the same area where hotel shuttles and taxis stage by the cafeteria Jet lag or Refugio. After you walk through customs, the entire walk to our representative takes 2-3 minutes.

If you're arriving on a charter flight or a non-standard time, we adapt — we deliver 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with no surcharge for overnight or holiday pickups.

Driving from PUJ Airport to Bávaro hotels

Bávaro is the resort heart of Punta Cana, with over 60 hotels along a 30-kilometer beach. From PUJ Airport to Bávaro is 18 to 22 kilometers via Boulevard Turístico del Este, with drive times of 25 to 35 minutes depending on your specific hotel.

HotelDistanciaTiempo
Hard Rock Punta Cana22 km~32 min
Iberostar Bávaro19 km~28 min
Majestic Elegance Punta Cana21 km~30 min
RIU Republica23 km~33 min
Excellence Punta Cana17 km~25 min

By rental car, you skip the $40-80 hotel shuttle fees most resorts charge for the same trip — and you can stop at a supermarket along the way for water, snacks, or rum at half the all-inclusive prices.

Driving to Cap Cana

 

Driving from PUJ to Cap Cana resorts

Cap Cana is the gated luxury enclave south of the airport, home to Eden Roc, Hyatt Zilara, Sanctuary Cap Cana, and Secrets Cap Cana. The drive from PUJ Airport to Cap Cana takes only 12 to 18 minutes depending on resort, via Carretera Cap Cana.

This is the closest hotel cluster to the airport — perfect if you have a tight connection to the resort and don't want a long transfer ride.

Returning the car

Returning your car at the airport

For your return trip, you have two options.

 

Drop the car at the airport curbside

Two hours before your flight, drive to the same arrivals area where you picked up. Our representative meets you, does the 30-second inspection, processes your deposit return, and you walk into the terminal.

Drop the car at your hotel

Tell us the night before, and we collect the car from your hotel lobby on your departure day. You ride the hotel shuttle to the airport.

Both options are free of extra charge. The deposit hold ($100-500 depending on vehicle) is released within 24 hours of return — typically same-day on most banks.

What's included

What's included in every PUJ airport rental

Every booking with us at Punta Cana Airport includes:

✅ Free terminal pickup and drop-off
✅ Full insurance (CDW, Theft Protection, Third-Party Liability)
✅ All Dominican taxes
✅ Unlimited mileage
✅ 24/7 multilingual support (English, Spanish, French)
✅ Free cancellation up to 24h before pickup
✅ Optional extras: child seats, GPS, additional driver

What's NOT included (no surprises):
- Gasoline (return with same level you received)
- Toll roads (small, total ~$5-15 round trip if you drive far)
- Optional upgrades (luxury vehicle premium, etc.)

Why us vs. counter chains

Why renters choose us over PUJ counter chains

International chains at Punta Cana Airport (Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, Alamo, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty) have rental counters inside the airport. Their advertised online price often excludes:

- Mandatory local insurance ($20-35/day)
- Airport surcharge (10-15% of base rate)
- Additional driver fee
- Counter fees

By the time you sign at the counter, the bill is 30-60% higher than what you saw online. "That's why our rating is 4.7/5 on Google after serving over 3,500 travelers since 2022" — the price online IS the price you pay.

Frequently asked questions about PUJ airport car rental

How early should I arrive at PUJ to return my rental car?

How early should I arrive at PUJ to return my rental car?
We recommend arriving at the airport 2 hours before international flights and 1 hour before domestic flights — same as the airline recommends for check-in. The car return process takes 5-10 minutes, so you don't need extra airport time for the rental return itself. If you want zero stress, drop the car at your hotel the night before and ride the hotel shuttle to the airport.
Where exactly do I meet the rental car representative at PUJ?
The pickup location is the curbside outside the main arrivals exit at Punta Cana International Airport, the same area where hotel shuttles and taxis stage. After you walk through customs and exit the airport, the walk to our representative takes 2-3 minutes. We send the exact meeting spot via WhatsApp once you confirm you've landed.
What if my flight is delayed or I land at 2 AM?
We deliver 24 hours a day, 365 days a year — including overnight, holidays, and storm delays. Just send your updated flight number via WhatsApp and we adjust the meeting time. There is no overnight surcharge, no holiday surcharge, and no fee for flight delays. Many of our pickups happen between 11 PM and 4 AM during winter charter flight season.
How much does it cost to rent a car at PUJ versus at my hotel?
Our prices are the same whether you pick up at Punta Cana Airport, your Bávaro hotel, your Cap Cana resort, or anywhere in the area. We don't charge airport surcharges (most international chains add 10-15% for airport pickup). The total price you see online is what you pay, regardless of pickup location.
Can I rent at PUJ without a credit card?
Yes — unlike international chains at PUJ, we accept credit cards, debit cards, and cash deposits ($300-500 depending on vehicle). A valid driver's license and passport are required. International chains like Hertz, Avis, and Enterprise will refuse to rent without a credit card in the main driver's name, which is why many travelers choose our local service.
What's the closest car rental to Punta Cana Airport?
We deliver to the airport curbside, so we're effectively the closest rental — your walk from baggage claim to your rental car is shorter than it would be from any rental counter inside the airport (which require you to walk to the rental shuttle area, ride a shuttle, then process paperwork at the counter, often 30-60 minutes total).

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