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Rent a Car in Punta Cana

Punta Cana's all-inclusive resorts have everything on site, but a rental car lets you get past the gates to local villages and quieter stretches of the east coast. Compare providers at Punta Cana International Airport and book with free cancellation.

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Rent a Car in Punta Cana: Car rental providers: Enterprise, Alamo, Avis, Hertz, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty and Sixt

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Sixt, Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Budget and Enterprise all operate at Punta Cana International Airport. We compare live prices so you can choose by rate, car category and pickup point.

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Why rent a car in Punta Cana

The Punta Cana area runs mostly on large all-inclusive resorts, where you can stay the whole trip without ever needing a car. The real reason to rent one is to step outside the resort bubble: Bávaro beach, lined with coconut palms and ranked among the Caribbean's most beautiful, is easy to explore by car, as is the small fishing village of Bayahibe, the launch point for Saona Island, about 1 hour to the south.

Inland, sugar cane plantations and genuine Dominican towns offer a glimpse of the country beyond the resorts. Higüey, home to the Basilica of Our Lady of Altagracia, is about 45 minutes away. Taxis and hotel shuttles mainly cover organized tours — a rental car gives far more freedom to explore the east coast at your own pace.

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Six vehicle categories, all bookable today. Free cancellation, pay at pickup and unlimited mileage on most rentals.

Most Popular Rent a Car in Punta Cana: White compact car at a car rental lot ready for pickup

Compact — Toyota Corolla or similar

Compact · Automatic · 4 passengers · 2 large bags

★★★★★ 4.4 / 5 · 80,000 reviews

€42/day from €29/day

  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pickup
  • Unlimited mileage on most bookings
  • Pay at pickup — nothing charged today
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Family Favourite Rent a Car in Punta Cana: Silver midsize SUV parked outside a rental office with luggage beside it

Midsize SUV — Ford Edge or similar

Midsize SUV · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.6 / 5 · 120,000 reviews

€78/day from €59/day

  • Plenty of room for car seats and weekend luggage
  • Additional driver free for spouse / partner
  • 24/7 roadside assistance included
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Business Pick Rent a Car in Punta Cana: Dark navy full-size sedan parked on a city centre street

Full-size Sedan — Toyota Camry or similar

Full-size · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.5 / 5 · 95,000 reviews

€92/day from €69/day

  • Recent fleet (typically under 2 years old)
  • Comfortable, quiet motorway cruiser
  • Apple CarPlay / Android Auto on most models
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Lowest Daily Rate Rent a Car in Punta Cana: Red economy car parked at a car rental lot

Economy — Hyundai Accent or similar

Economy · Automatic · 4 passengers · 1 large bag

★★★★★ 4.2 / 5 · 45,000 reviews

€34/day from €22/day

  • Our cheapest daily rate
  • Fuel-efficient — low running costs on long trips
  • Easy to park in tight city and old-town streets
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Long Trips Rent a Car in Punta Cana: Silver SUV with tailgate open and luggage loaded on a mountain road

Standard SUV — Chevrolet Equinox or similar

Standard SUV · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.4 / 5 · 70,000 reviews

€84/day from €65/day

  • Unlimited mileage on most bookings for road trips
  • Comfortable for 4–6 hour drives
  • One-way rentals available between cities
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Premium Rent a Car in Punta Cana: Black premium sedan parked under a luxury hotel canopy at night

Premium / Convertible — BMW 5 Series or similar

Premium · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.6 / 5 · 38,000 reviews

€159/day from €119/day

  • Recent premium fleet
  • Upgrade to convertible available on request
  • Premium counter with shorter wait times
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Why customers choose us

Transparent pricing, flexible bookings and real human support — on every rental, no exceptions.

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Cancel free up to 48 hours before pickup on most bookings. Lock in today's rate with no commitment.

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24/7 Roadside assistance

A flat tyre, a dead battery or a lost key — one number, real people and help in under an hour.

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This week's rental deals

New deals every Monday. Prices and availability change fast — book now and pay at pickup.

Rent a Car in Punta Cana: Light-coloured convertibles on a sunny coastal road Save 30%

Spring compact deal

Compact rentals from €19/day during the spring season. Free cancellation, unlimited mileage and pay at pickup — perfect for a weekend getaway.

€28/day from €19/day

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Rent a Car in Punta Cana: Standard SUV parked at a coastal overlook at sunset Best Seller

Weekly SUV road trip deal

Standard SUV from €189 for the full week — perfect for coastal routes, mountain escapes and long-distance drives. Unlimited mileage included.

€269/week from €189/week

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Rent a Car in Punta Cana: Dark full-size sedan leaving a rental office with the skyline behind Fast Pickup

Express pickup deal

Full-size sedan with skip-the-queue pickup at downtown offices. From €59/day, free cancellation, no hidden surcharges in the rate.

€95/day from €59/day

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Rent a Car in Punta Cana: Red convertible top-down parked beside palm trees on a coastal road 20% Off

Weekend convertible deal

Premium convertible from €89/day on Friday–Sunday pickups. Limited fleet — sells out fast on holiday weekends.

€119/day from €89/day

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Our fleet at a glance

Category, daily rate, cancellation and mileage — choose in 30 seconds.

CategoryBest forPaxCancellationMileageFrom / day
CompactMost Popular Day trips & weekends4Up to 48 hUnlimited €29 Book
Midsize SUVFamily Favourite Family travel5Up to 24 hUnlimited €59 Book
Full-size SedanBusiness Pick Work / premium5Up to 48 hUnlimited €69 Book
EconomyLowest Rate Cheapest daily rate4Up to 24 hUnlimited €22 Book
Standard SUVLong Trips Long-distance drives5Up to 48 hUnlimited €65 Book
Premium / ConvertiblePremium Special occasions5Up to 24 hUnlimited €119 Book
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What to know before driving in Punta Cana

  • Pickup at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ). The airport serves the hotel zone directly. Compare car rental prices in Punta Cana →
  • Local driving style can surprise visitors. Driving habits in the Dominican Republic differ from what many international visitors are used to — stay alert, especially at unmarked intersections.
  • Waive the deductible. Basic insurance leaves you liable for a deductible if there's damage; add deductible waiver cover at booking to avoid extra charges at the counter.
  • Secondary roads are less maintained. Away from the main tourist routes, some roads have potholes — adjust your speed accordingly.
  • Parking in Bayahibe. The village has informal parking near the harbor for Saona Island trips — arrive early in high season.

Where to pick up your rental car in Punta Cana

Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), which serves the hotel zone directly.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions our customers actually ask before booking.

Do I need a rental car in Punta Cana?

Not if you're staying inside an all-inclusive resort. A rental car becomes useful for exploring Bávaro, Bayahibe or the inland towns, away from organized tours. Compare available cars for Punta Cana →

Where do I pick up my rental car in Punta Cana?

At Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), which serves the hotel zone directly. It's the standard pickup point for arrivals by air.

How long does it take to reach Bayahibe from Punta Cana?

About 1 hour driving south. This fishing village is the departure point for boat trips to Saona Island.

Is it worth driving to Higüey?

Yes — this town, home to the Basilica of Our Lady of Altagracia and important to Dominicans, is about 45 minutes from Punta Cana and offers a glimpse of the country beyond the resorts.

Is driving in the Dominican Republic different from what I'm used to?

Local driving habits can surprise visitors used to European or North American roads — stay alert, especially at unmarked intersections and around motorbikes.

Which car rental companies operate in Punta Cana?

Sixt, Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Budget and Enterprise all have a counter at Punta Cana International Airport. Compare all car rental prices for Punta Cana →

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