In a landmark move that expands low-cost air connectivity across the Americas, Dominican Republic’s flag carrier Arajet has formalized a new partnership with Uruguay’s Carrasco International Airport to launch the first-ever direct air route between Punta Cana and Montevideo. The new service, which will mark the first non-stop air connection between the two countries, is scheduled to commence operations on March 3, 2027, with tickets already available for purchase to the public. The route will run three weekly rotations, with flights scheduled every Monday, Thursday and Saturday, operated using fuel-efficient Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft.
Matías Carluccio, Commercial Manager of Aeropuertos Uruguay, emphasized that the connectivity deal unlocks major benefits for Uruguayan travelers, who will gain seamless access to 29 existing Arajet destinations spread across North America, Central America and the Caribbean. Among the most popular connecting points for Uruguayan passengers will be high-demand leisure and business hubs including Cancún and Miami. Through the carrier’s existing gateways at both Santo Domingo and Punta Cana, passengers originating in Uruguay can tap into Arajet’s growing regional network, opening new avenues for cross-regional exchange.
Industry analysts note the new route is expected to generate widespread long-term benefits, from boosting two-way tourism flows between Uruguay and the Caribbean to opening new avenues for cross-border commercial activity and deepening cultural connections across the Americas. The expansion also forms part of Arajet’s broader strategy to grow its footprint in South America, filling a long-standing gap in non-stop connectivity between the Southern Cone and the Caribbean region.