TUI Airways brings us this last-minute deal from London Gatwick and Manchester nonstop to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic starting at £258 (~€296). You can travel with a 10 kg 55x40x20cm hand luggage with the base fare. The fare doesn’t include checked luggage, which can be added 15 kg for £62 (~€71) or 20 kg for £72 (~€82), but it does include the meal service, unlike low-cost carriers. This deal has dates available for March.
We don’t have a calendar since these are last-minute flights; you must book directly on the TUI Airways website by clicking here
You will fly nonstop from London Gatwick to Punta Cana on a TUI Airways 787 with a 3-3-3 configuration. The flight takes 9 hours on the outbound flight and 8 hours on the inbound flight.
Search & Book
This deal doesn’t have an expiration date but we recommend to buy as soon as possible since seats are limited. Available dates are March.
You can find suitable dates on TUI Airways’ website, but you can find cheaper prices with Kayak. However, booking on OTAs has its downsides.
Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?
More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:
Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.
If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.
This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.
Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.
This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.
Mileage
TUI Airways doesn’t have a frequent flyer program, so you won’t earn miles or points with this deal.
Destination
Information & Tips for Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is known for its beautiful beaches, resorts in Punta Cana, the historic Zona Colonial in Santo Domingo, and natural wonders like Pico Duarte and the Samaná Peninsula. The currency is the Dominican peso (DOP), although U.S. dollars are widely accepted in tourist areas. The price level can vary—resorts and upscale areas tend to be expensive, while local markets and smaller towns offer more affordable options. The weather is tropical, with warm temperatures year-round, but the best time to visit is during the dry season, from December to April.
In the Dominican Republic, getting around within cities can be challenging due to limited public transportation options. Taxis, ride-hailing services, and motoconchos (motorcycle taxis) are common but can be expensive, especially in tourist areas. Public buses and the “guagua” minivans are available, though they may be crowded and less reliable. Between cities, buses are a common mode of transport, but travel times can be long. Renting a car is often the most convenient way to explore the country, though road conditions can vary.
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