Arajet, the Dominican Republic’s low-cost airline, has signed an agreement with the Puntacana Group to offer flights to and from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) starting 1 November 2024. All Arajet flights have been based at the Santo Domingo Las Americas International Airport (SDQ).
The new alliance will make Punta Cana Airport Arajet’s second base of operations, expanding its network of destinations and connections throughout the continent. Arajet will now be able to feed off the hundreds of flights that fly into Punta Cana from all around the world.
“We are excited to welcome Arajet as commercial partner to our airport community,” said Frank Elías Rainieri, CEO of Grupo Puntacana. “We are confident that this will be a successful alliance. With these new routes, we continue to expand our network of international destinations and connections, positioning ourselves as the most important airport in the Dominican Republic.”
Punta Cana International Airport currently handles 68% of the country’s air tourism traffic, connecting with 75 cities in 34 countries through 58 airlines and moving more than 9 million passengers annually. Arajet’s flights to and from Punta Cana are yet to be announced.
The partnership between Arajet and the Puntacana Group is expected to have a significant impact on the Dominican Republic’s tourism industry. By offering affordable flights from Punta Cana, Arajet will make it easier for more travelers to visit this popular Caribbean destination. Additionally, the increased connectivity provided by Arajet’s flights will open up new opportunities for businesses and residents of the Dominican Republic.
“We are committed to making Arajet the airline for all Dominicans,” said Víctor Pacheco, CEO and founder of Arajet. “That’s why we’ve always wanted to fly to all the airports in the country to give them the opportunity to travel to other destinations at the lowest prices in the market.”
Punta Cana International Airport is the leading airport in the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean region. The airport is known for its modern facilities, efficient operations, and commitment to sustainability. Punta Cana Airport has played a key role in the development of the Dominican Republic’s tourism industry, and it continues to be a vital hub for travelers from all over the world.
“We are very happy and grateful to be able to achieve this alliance with the Puntacana Group,” said Pacheco. “Punta Cana International Airport is currently the destination that receives the most visitors arriving in the country by air, making it the favorite destination for tourists. We are fully confident that together we will make the Dominican Republic the new air hub of the continent.”
The agreement between Arajet and the Puntacana Group is a positive development for the Dominican Republic’s tourism industry. This partnership will expand air travel options, promote economic growth, and further strengthen the Dominican Republic’s position as a top Caribbean destination.
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Diario Libre
18 June 2024