Airport Comparison
| AUH | PUJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Abu Dhabi International Airport | Punta Cana International Airport |
| IATA Code | AUH | PUJ |
| ICAO Code | OMAA | MDPC |
| City | Abu Dhabi | Punta Cana |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Dominican Republic |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Elevation | 88 ft | 47 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.430000, 54.650000 | 18.570000, -68.360000 |
Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Punta Cana (PUJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic is 12,207 kilometers (7,585 miles / 6,591 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with Dominican Republic. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:33 in Abu Dhabi, it's 17:33 in Punta Cana. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Punta Cana (PUJ) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 54° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.