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Punta Cana Intl (MDPC/PUJ) — Higuey, Dominican Republic
At a glance
- Operating hours
- Open 24h
- Customs
- Available 24h
- Port of entry
- Yes
- Fuel
- Jet A-1, 100LL
- Tower
- 118.8
- Runways
- 08/26, 09/27
- Elevation
- 47 ft
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Basic Info
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Runways
4/4
Frequencies
4/4
Operations
2/2
Fuel
1/1
Contacts
2/2
Additional Info
9/10
Observed Activity
· Oct 26
86 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 82 on the ground · busiest hour 17:00Z
2026-10-132026-10-26
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: MDPC
- Name: Punta Cana Intl
- Type: large_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 18.5674
- Longitude: -68.363403
- Elevation: 47 ft
- Country: Dominican Republic
- Municipality: Higuey
- IATA Code: PUJ
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: N/A
- Timezone: America/Santo_Domingo
- Distance from City: 37.0 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 08/26
- Designation: 08/26
- Dimensions: 10171 X 148
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: HIRL, PAPI
- NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
- Approach Types: GLS 08, VOR 08, VOR DME 08, RNAV (GNSS) 08 / GLS 26, VOR 26, RNAV (GNSS) 26
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 09/27
- Designation: 09/27
- Dimensions: 10171 X 148
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: HIRL, SALS, PAPI
- NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
- Approach Types: GLS 09, VOR 09, VOR DME 09, RNAV (GNSS) 09 / GLS 27, VOR 27, RNAV (GNSS) 27
- Remarks: N/A
Frequencies
- Tower: 118.800 MHz
- Ground: 121.900 MHz
- Operations: 119.300 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: 119.700 MHz
- ATIS: 132.850 MHz
Operation Hours
Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours
Punta Cana Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Airport and tower H24. Approach/Departure 119.7 MHz 09:00-21:00 local daily; Las Americas APP 119.3 MHz H24.
Contacts
- AIS Tel: +1 809 686 2312
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +1 809 959 2376
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: https://www.puntacanainternationalairport.com
- Remarks: Airport operator: Corporacion Aeroportuaria del Este ([email protected]). Customs tel: +1 809 547 7070. Immigration tel: +1 809 508 2555 x2902. FBO handlers: Cariports, Servair, Universal Aviation. Exclusive fueler: GB Energy Aviation.
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: Yes
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: Mandatory prior coordination for all business aviation arrivals (peak season Nov 27 – Jan 15). Submit via ground handler (Universal Aviation Dominican Republic or Pike Aviation). IDAC main office: +1 809 221 7909
- Remarks: Slots required. Landing permits NOT required for private non-revenue flights. Charter (>12 seats) requires permits 48h lead time. Air taxi (≤12 seats) needs CAA notification. Air ambulance exempt.
Customs
- Open: 00:00
- Close: 23:59
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Customs H24. Tel: +1 809 547 7070. CIQ clearance at GAT/FBO averages 5-10 min. Four General Declaration copies required per arrival/departure. Cargo disinfection required on international arrival.
Fees
- Landing Fee: Bundled into FBO all-inclusive tariff (no separate landing fee published). Intl GA rates by MTOW: ≤6,500 lb USD 120; 6,501–12,500 lb USD 285; 12,501–30,000 lb USD 375; 30,001–80,000 lb USD 540; 80,001–105,500 lb USD 780. Includes landing, handling, ramp, lounge. Fuel/tech stop ~50% of intl rate. Contact: [email protected]
- Parking Fee: Peak season (Dec 28 – Jan 10): 0–6,500 lb USD 100; 6,501–12,500 lb USD 125; 12,501–30,000 lb USD 188; 30,001–80,000 lb USD 250; 80,001+ lb USD 350 (standard rates outside peak not published)
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: USD
- Remarks: Handling mandatory. Ramp controlled by AVIAM. Handlers: Cariports, Servair. Ramp accommodates 50+ aircraft. No hangar for transient GA. High season (mid-Dec to Apr) parking may be limited.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: Jet A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-02
- Remarks: Exclusive fueler: GB Energy Aviation (fuel trucks only, no hydrant). Services both commercial and GA.
- Fuel Type: 100LL
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-02
- Remarks: Avgas available. Supplied by GB Energy Aviation.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- APIS Required: No
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: Immigration H24. Tel: +1 809 508 2555 x2902. All passengers (except crew) must complete e-ticket application in advance. Passport valid for length of stay. No US Customs pre-clearance.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
- Remarks: No curfew. ARFF Category 9.
Alternates
MDLR
- ICAO: MDLR
- Name: Casa De Campo Intl
- Distance (NM): 32.0
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: International port of entry. Full customs and immigration. Popular for resort traffic.
MDSD
- ICAO: MDSD
- Name: Las Americas Intl
- Distance (NM): 74.8
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Primary international airport. Full FIS with multiple stations. Main gateway to Dominican Republic.
MDCY
- ICAO: MDCY
- Name: El Catey Intl
- Distance (NM): 88.7
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Port of entry for tourist area. Immigration available.
MDJB
- ICAO: MDJB
- Name: El Higuero Intl
- Distance (NM): 92.3
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: International port of entry. Full immigration and customs. Serves domestic and regional flights.
Airport Services
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Dominican Republic Permit Requirements
Medium
Landing: 2d
- Overflight Permit: No
- Landing Permit: Conditional
- Overflight Lead Time: N/A
- Landing Lead Time: 48 hours (charter >12 seats); notification only (charter <=12 seats / air ambulance)
Private / GA Operations:
Private flights require customs pre-notification.
Active NOTAMs
A0659/26
warning Upcoming
Runway closed
RWY 08/26 CLSD
2026-10-30 04:30 UTC
2026-10-30 09:00 UTC
A0661/26
warning
Runway closed
RWY 09/27 CLSD FM TWY E INT TO TWY G INT
FM TWY G INT TO TWY A INT AND
FM TWY A INT TO THR RWY 27
2026-10-25 00:26 UTC
2026-11-03 22:00 UTC
A0669/26
caution
Movement area restriction
ACFT STANDS 9 9A CLSD
2026-10-26 22:00 UTC
2026-10-27 18:00 UTC
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Add a historical factFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at MDPC?
- The tower frequency at Punta Cana Intl is 118.8 MHz.
- What fuel is available at MDPC?
- Punta Cana Intl offers Jet A-1, 100LL.
- Does MDPC require landing permits?
- It depends on the flight. Private flights require customs pre-notification. Permit details for Dominican Republic
- Is customs available at MDPC?
- Yes, customs at Punta Cana Intl is available from 00:00 to 23:59.
- Does MDPC require slots or PPR?
- Slots are required at Punta Cana Intl.
- Where is MDPC located?
- Punta Cana Intl (MDPC) is located in Higuey, Dominican Republic.
- What is the IATA code for MDPC?
- The IATA code for Punta Cana Intl is PUJ.
- Is MDPC a port of entry?
- Yes, Punta Cana Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.