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Punta Cana Airport Transfers 2026: Taxis, Shuttles and What to Pay

How to get from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Bávaro, Cap Cana or Uvero Alto: the official taxi rank, shared shuttles and private transfers.

Last checked: 25 October 2026 by Lia. Sources: Travel reports of the PUJ taxi tariff (2026). Hero photo: C. Klein, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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The airport is close. The price still depends on which resort strip you booked, and the people offering rides in the terminal are not the official rank. Ask the dispatcher for the fare before you sit down.

Your options

The airport is close to most resorts, but distances vary a lot.

OptionCostNotes
Official taxiPer car; reported about US$30–55 to BávaroConfirm before you leave
Shared shuttlePer personSeveral stops
Private transferAgreed in advanceEasiest with family
Resort transferVariesAsk when you book

The official taxi rank

Walk past people offering rides to the taxi rank. Fares are set per vehicle for up to about four people and depend on the destination; farther areas such as Uvero Alto cost more. Ask the dispatcher for the fare first.

Travel times

  • Bávaro: about 15–30 minutes.
  • Cap Cana: about 10–20 minutes.
  • Uvero Alto: up to about 45 minutes.

Frequently asked questions

Is Uber available at Punta Cana airport?

App coverage around the resorts is limited and pickup rules change. The official rank is the dependable option.

Can I pay in US dollars?

Yes, taxis generally quote in dollars.

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Getting to Punta Cana

Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) is close to the resorts: about 15 to 30 minutes to Bávaro and up to about 45 minutes to Uvero Alto. Every traveller must complete the free E-Ticket before check-in; the tourist card fee is included in the airfare for most air arrivals.

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