Punta Cana International 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 awards in the airport industry worldwide. The announcement was made during the ceremony held on March 18 in London, as part of the Passenger Terminal Expo (PTE) World, where the best-rated airports by passengers from around the world are honored.
This is the first time PUJ has received this distinction within the World Airport Awards. Additionally, thanks to the results obtained in the global survey, the airport entered the list of the top 100 best airports in the world for the first time. Recent improvements made to Terminal B, aimed at expanding operational capacity and elevating the level of comfort for passengers, have contributed to strengthening the travel experience and consolidating the airport’s position as one of the main international hubs in the Caribbean.
Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax, highlighted that “this award for Punta Cana Airport highlights the growing recognition by passengers of its improved facilities. Continuous 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 the commitment of Punta Cana Airport to excellence in service, innovation, and continuous improvement of the passenger experience, consolidating its leadership in the region.
About the World Airport Awards
Established in 1999, they are a global benchmark of quality in the airport industry, based on the largest annual customer satisfaction survey in the sector. In the 2026 edition, passengers from over 100 nationalities participated, evaluating the airport experience at more than 565 airports worldwide. The survey analyzes all passenger touchpoints during their transit through the airport, including check-in processes, security, immigration, commercial areas, services, and gate experience.
Source: Diario Libre
