Arajet launches Mendoza–Punta Cana route, expanding Caribbean–South America air links

Dominican low-cost carrier Arajet has officially inaugurated its new direct service between Mendoza, Argentina, and Punta Cana, marking a further expansion of its regional network and strengthening air connectivity between South America and the Caribbean.

The airline confirmed that the new route will operate three times per week, giving passengers in Mendoza direct access to one of the Caribbean’s leading tourism destinations, as well as onward connections through Punta Cana to multiple cities across the Americas.

These include Cancún, Chicago, Kingston, Lima, Miami, Mexico City, Orlando and San Juan, as part of Arajet’s broader network.

In remarks shared to mark the launch, Arajet said the new connection represents a key milestone in its expansion in Argentina and a step forward in building stronger tourism and business links between the regions.

The airline also highlighted that the route will help bring more Argentine travellers to the Dominican Republic while opening new opportunities for tourism, cultural exchange and commercial activity across both markets.

“As part of the inaugural flight celebrations, Arajet held an official ceremony on May 18 in the press room of Mendoza’s El Plumerillo International Airport, together with representatives from the Mendoza Tourism Board (EMETUR) and Aeropuertos Argentina,” the airline said.

Officials at the event underscored the importance of the new route in improving international connectivity and supporting inbound and outbound tourism.

Arajet Vice President of Communications José Cabrera described Mendoza as a strategically important market.

“Mendoza represents a strategic city due to its tourism, economic, and cultural potential, and we are proud to directly connect this important Argentine province with Punta Cana and our entire network across the Americas,” he said.

The airline’s network expansion continues to position Punta Cana as a growing aviation hub, linking travellers from across the region to multiple destinations in North, Central and South America.

Mendoza becomes the third Argentine city served by Arajet, alongside Buenos Aires and Córdoba, further deepening the airline’s footprint in the country.

With the new route, Arajet continues its push to expand low-cost regional air travel while strengthening Caribbean connectivity with key Latin American markets.