Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Miami ➔ Punta Cana
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~7,890 km
Average flight time
~9h 37m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Miami 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
Sector KOPF – MDPC is 1,472 km of direct routing, flown in 2h08 on a Citation XLS+. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Miami. On this short sector a Citation XLS+ is the best cost / block-time compromise.
Departure and arrival airports
Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF)
On the departure side, Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF) serves Miami from 25.91°N / 80.28°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Fontainebleau Aviation; 2438 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to South Beach / Star Island.
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
- 1,472 km · 795 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h08
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Fontainebleau Aviation — Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF / OPF)
- Arrival FBO
- Punta Cana FBO — Punta Cana International (MDPC / PUJ)
- Departure runway
- 2438 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 Miami to Punta Cana?
About 2h08 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,472 km great-circle between KOPF and MDPC.
Which aircraft suits Miami → Punta Cana?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Miami Opa-Locka?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Fontainebleau Aviation.
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.

