Punta Cana Airport Named Best in Central America and the Caribbean at 2026 World Airport Awards

Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) was recognized as the “Best Airport in Central America and the Caribbean” at the 2026 World Airport Awards, organized by Skytrax, one of the most prestigious recognitions in the global airport industry.

The announcement was made during the ceremony held on March 18 in London, as part of the Passenger Terminal Expo (PTE) World, where the airports best rated by passengers worldwide are honored.

This is the first time PUJ has received this distinction at the World Airport Awards. Additionally, thanks to the results obtained in the global survey, the airport entered the list of the top 100 airports in the world for the first time.

Recent improvements made to Terminal B, aimed at expanding operational capacity and enhancing passenger comfort, have helped strengthen the travel experience and solidify the airport’s position as one of the Caribbean’s main international hubs.

Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax, highlighted that “this award for Punta Cana Airport reflects the growing recognition from passengers for its improved facilities. Continued investment is strengthening its appeal to travelers and reaffirming the airport’s role as one of the most important international hubs in the Caribbean.”

This recognition reaffirms Punta Cana Airport’s commitment to service excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement of the passenger experience, consolidating its leadership in the region.