Punta Cana Airport to Bávaro Transfer
A private transfer from Punta Cana (PUJ) to Bávaro costs US$43.00 one way and takes about 25 minutes to cover 20 km. The fare is for the whole vehicle, not per person.
A private transfer from Punta Cana International Airport to Bávaro takes about 25 minutes and costs US$43.00 one way for a Van carrying up to 8 passengers. The fare is for the whole vehicle, fixed in advance, and covers the 20 km drive door to door — from the arrivals hall to your resort's reception.
PUJ to Bávaro: price by vehicle
| Vehicle | Passengers | One way | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Van | 1–8 | US$43.00 |
 | Minibus | 9–16 | US$92.00 |
Getting from Punta Cana airport to Bávaro
Bávaro is the closest large resort zone to Punta Cana International Airport, and the one most arriving travellers are heading for. The drive runs north-east on the Boulevard Turístico del Este and reaches most of the beachfront properties in around 25 minutes.
Your driver meets you inside the arrivals hall, past customs, holding a sign with your name — not at the curb, and not in the car park. That matters at PUJ, where the exit from baggage claim funnels straight into a busy line of independent taxi and tour touts.
What the fare covers
The published fare is per vehicle for the whole trip. Eight travellers pay the same US$43.00 as one, luggage is included, and there is no night, holiday or extra-bag surcharge. Air conditioning and bottled water come with every transfer.
If you give us a flight number when you book, we track the flight and move the pickup to the actual landing time, so an airline delay does not cost you the transfer.
Hotels we serve in Bávaro
Every hotel below is the same fare. If yours is not listed, book anyway and tell us the name — the zone price still applies.
RIU- Hotel Riu Bambu
- Hotel Riu Palace Bavaro
- Hotel Riu Palace Macao
- Hotel Riu Republica
- Riu Bávaro
Lopesan- Lopesan Caoba Lagoon Resort Spa & Casino
- Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort, Spa & Casino
- Lopesan Serenity Bay Resort Spa & Casino
- Lopesan Splash Cove Resort Spa & Casino
Meliá- Meliá Caribe Beach Resort
- Meliá Punta Cana Beach Wellness Inclusive - Adults only
- The Level at Meliá Caribe Beach
Bahia Principe- Bahia Principe Escape Aquamarine
- Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana
Barceló- Barceló Bávaro Beach - All Inclusive Adults Only
- Barceló Bávaro Palace
Princess Hotels & Resorts- Grand Bávaro Princess
- Punta Cana Princess
Impressive Resorts & Spas- Impressive Punta Cana
Paradisus
- Paradisus Palma Real Golf & Spa Resort
Punta Cana to Bávaro, answered
How much is a transfer from Punta Cana airport to Bávaro?
US$43.00 one way in a private Van for up to 8 passengers, or US$92.00 in a Minibus for 9 to 16. Both fares are for the vehicle, not per person, and include luggage.
How long is the drive from PUJ to Bávaro?
About 25 minutes for the 20 km, along Boulevard Turístico del Este. Traffic between the airport and the Bávaro hotel strip is light outside the afternoon check-in peak.
Is a taxi cheaper than a booked transfer to Bávaro?
Airport taxis quote per trip at the curb and the figure moves with demand, time of day and luggage. Our US$43.00 is published, so it is the same at 3 a.m. with four suitcases as it is at midday with a carry-on.
Will the driver take me to any Bávaro hotel?
Yes — the fare covers the whole Bávaro zone, so a Riu, a Barceló, a Meliá or a Lopesan property all cost the same. Pick your hotel when you book so the driver has the exact address.
What if we are more than eight people?
Book the Minibus, which seats 9 to 16 with a dedicated luggage compartment, at US$92.00 one way. Larger groups can be split across vehicles at the same per-vehicle rate.