Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Los Angeles ➔ Punta Cana
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,300 km
Average flight time
~1h 35m
Recommended aircraft
Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Los Angeles and Punta Cana aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Between Los Angeles and Punta Cana our desk plans 5,230 km in 6h13, long range category. Departure handling is provided by Signature Flight Support; the 3100 m arrival runway at Punta Cana International drives aircraft selection. Onward helicopter transfer available to Cap Cana / Casa de Campo.
Departure and arrival airports
Van Nuys (KVNY)
On the departure side, Van Nuys (KVNY) serves Los Angeles from 34.21°N / 118.49°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Signature Flight Support; 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Beverly Hills / Malibu.
Punta Cana International (MDPC)
Punta Cana International (MDPC / PUJ) is a niche luxury field at 18.57°N / 68.36°W, Dominican Republic. Runway: 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Punta Cana FBO. Helicopter link: Cap Cana / Casa de Campo.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 5,230 km · 2,824 NM
- Estimated block time
- 6h13
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 8X (Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Arrival FBO
- Punta Cana FBO — Punta Cana International (MDPC / PUJ)
- Departure runway
- 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Cap Cana / Casa de Campo
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector USA → République Dominicaine: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Punta Cana?
About 6h13 block time on a Falcon 8X, for 5,230 km great-circle between KVNY and MDPC.
Which aircraft suits Los Angeles → Punta Cana?
A Falcon 8X (Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Van Nuys?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Signature Flight Support.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector USA → République Dominicaine: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.

