Visitors arriving by air make use of Punta Cana International Airport. Regular flights are operated to destinations across the US (via Continental, US Airways, American Airlines and Delta) as well as to Toronto, Canada (via Air Canada). Most of the resort hotels will arrange to pick visitors up at the airport. Fixed-price taxis are also available.

This exotic, open-air facility is shaded by a thatched roof and offers limited facilities. Visitors can make use of a selection of restaurants and snack shops along with a few boutiques and a duty-free shopping outlet. ATMs are readily available and both short- and long-term parking are offered.

Once you are based in Punta Cana, transportation includes tourist shuttles, taxis and buses. Many package tourists are offered limited transportation as a part of their inclusive holiday package. Taxis cover a broader range of transportation, and prices are determined according to a fixed-rate system that ought to be posted in the vehicle. It's best to inquire about the price before boarding.

Local public buses are affordable, though often crowded and unreliable. Schedules can be erratic, and most tourists prefer to use taxis. Hire cars can be convenient, though driving in the Dominican Republic is not recommended for nervous drivers. Several hire car firms are represented at the airport and at larger hotels.