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Business Wire
20-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Arajet Announces Chicago O'Hare Route, Now Servicing Five Major U.S. Cities
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Arajet, the low-fare Dominican airline, today announced direct flights between Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), set to begin on November 15. The new city represents a significant expansion of Arajet's U.S. network, reinforcing the airline's commitment to establishing the Dominican Republic as the premier air hub of the Caribbean. One-way flights starting at $117 (USD) are on sale now at with promo code: 'HolaChicago.' 'Flying to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, one of the most important airports in the world, represents an exciting new chapter for Arajet as we increase our presence to a total of five key U.S. cities. This expansion opens the skies to Punta Cana by connecting U.S. travelers directly to one of the most desirable vacation spots in the Caribbean,' said Victor Pacheco, CEO and founder of Arajet. 'Our continued growth enables greater connectivity for both tourists and the Dominican diaspora while supporting tourism and economic opportunity across the region.' Establishing A Gateway in the Midwest The launch of service from Chicago O'Hare marks Arajet's first route in the Midwest, a key step in broadening the airline's reach beyond the Northeast and Southeast corridors. The area's sizable Latin population and strong demand for Caribbean travel make Chicago an important new market for Arajet's U.S. growth. The new nonstop route gives Midwestern travelers direct access to Punta Cana's beaches, resorts, and onward connections, without the need for layovers or added costs. Flights will be three days per week, departing every Monday, Tuesday and Saturday. With this new route, Arajet now offers direct service between the Dominican Republic and five major U.S. cities: Boston, Chicago, Miami, New York, and San Juan. The airline has grown rapidly since beginning U.S. ticket sales in February 2025. The addition of Chicago follows strong demand for the airline's recently launched Miami operations and Boston route, which have seen rapid ticket sales and multiple sold-out flights—a clear signal of growing appetite for affordable, direct access to warm-weather destinations. A top Dominican destination known globally for its pristine beaches, luxury resorts, and year-round sunshine, Punta Cana also serves as a strategic link in Arajet's broader network to seamlessly connect travelers to Arajet's 13 onward destinations across the Caribbean and Latin America. Travelers from Chicago will benefit from Arajet's fuel-efficient fleet, low-cost fares, and nonstop service to the heart of the Caribbean. "On behalf of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, I am proud to welcome Arajet's new service to Punta Cana at O'Hare International Airport," said CDA Acting Commissioner Tracey Payne. "This new route strengthens Chicago's global connections and offers travelers an escape to warm weather just ahead of the winter season. It also provides Chicagoans of Dominican descent with a convenient option to visit loved ones back home aboard their nation's flag carrier." Learn more about Arajet or book a flight at About Arajet Arajet is the flagship airline of the Dominican Republic. After beginning operations in 2022, it operates two bases, in Las Americas Airport in Santo Domingo and Punta Cana International Airport, with a new Boeing 737 MAX aircraft fleet. The airline provides safe and affordable travel to and between the Dominican Republic and various destinations in North, Central, and South America, and the Caribbean. For more information, visit
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Arajet Announces Chicago O'Hare Route, Now Servicing Five Major U.S. Cities
The airline's first Midwest route offers efficient and affordable travel to Punta Cana. SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 20, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arajet, the low-fare Dominican airline, today announced direct flights between Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), set to begin on November 15. The new city represents a significant expansion of Arajet's U.S. network, reinforcing the airline's commitment to establishing the Dominican Republic as the premier air hub of the Caribbean. One-way flights starting at $117 (USD) are on sale now at with promo code: "HolaChicago." "Flying to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, one of the most important airports in the world, represents an exciting new chapter for Arajet as we increase our presence to a total of five key U.S. cities. This expansion opens the skies to Punta Cana by connecting U.S. travelers directly to one of the most desirable vacation spots in the Caribbean," said Victor Pacheco, CEO and founder of Arajet. "Our continued growth enables greater connectivity for both tourists and the Dominican diaspora while supporting tourism and economic opportunity across the region." Establishing A Gateway in the Midwest The launch of service from Chicago O'Hare marks Arajet's first route in the Midwest, a key step in broadening the airline's reach beyond the Northeast and Southeast corridors. The area's sizable Latin population and strong demand for Caribbean travel make Chicago an important new market for Arajet's U.S. growth. The new nonstop route gives Midwestern travelers direct access to Punta Cana's beaches, resorts, and onward connections, without the need for layovers or added costs. Flights will be three days per week, departing every Monday, Tuesday and Saturday. With this new route, Arajet now offers direct service between the Dominican Republic and five major U.S. cities: Boston, Chicago, Miami, New York, and San Juan. The airline has grown rapidly since beginning U.S. ticket sales in February 2025. The addition of Chicago follows strong demand for the airline's recently launched Miami operations and Boston route, which have seen rapid ticket sales and multiple sold-out flights—a clear signal of growing appetite for affordable, direct access to warm-weather destinations. A top Dominican destination known globally for its pristine beaches, luxury resorts, and year-round sunshine, Punta Cana also serves as a strategic link in Arajet's broader network to seamlessly connect travelers to Arajet's 13 onward destinations across the Caribbean and Latin America. Travelers from Chicago will benefit from Arajet's fuel-efficient fleet, low-cost fares, and nonstop service to the heart of the Caribbean. "On behalf of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, I am proud to welcome Arajet's new service to Punta Cana at O'Hare International Airport," said CDA Acting Commissioner Tracey Payne. "This new route strengthens Chicago's global connections and offers travelers an escape to warm weather just ahead of the winter season. It also provides Chicagoans of Dominican descent with a convenient option to visit loved ones back home aboard their nation's flag carrier." Learn more about Arajet or book a flight at About Arajet Arajet is the flagship airline of the Dominican Republic. After beginning operations in 2022, it operates two bases, in Las Americas Airport in Santo Domingo and Punta Cana International Airport, with a new Boeing 737 MAX aircraft fleet. The airline provides safe and affordable travel to and between the Dominican Republic and various destinations in North, Central, and South America, and the Caribbean. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts U.S. Media Laura ShubelBIG FISH PR for Arajetarajet@ 617-713-3800 Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Dominican airline to launch direct flights from O'Hare to Punta Cana
Dominican airline Arajet plans to launch direct flights from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport to Punta Cana, the airline announced Tuesday. Starting in November, the low-fare airline will launch the O'Hare route — its first from the Midwest — with flights three days per week. One-way flights to the resort town on the eastern tip of the island start at $117, the company said. Arajet began flying out of the U.S. this year. Chicago will be the fifth U.S. city from which it flies to the Dominican Republic, after Boston, Miami, New York and San Juan, Puerto Rico. The company is backed financially by Bain Capital and Griffin Global Asset Management. The airline's U.S. expansion comes after an 'open skies' travel agreement between the U.S. and the Dominican Republic went into effect in December, removing certain restrictions on flights between the two countries. 'Our continued growth enables greater connectivity for both tourists and the Dominican diaspora while supporting tourism and economic opportunity across the region,' Arajet CEO Victor Pacheco said in a statement. From Punta Cana, travelers can connect to other destinations throughout the Caribbean and Latin America, Arajet said.
Chicago Tribune
20-05-2025
- Business
- Chicago Tribune
Dominican airline to launch direct flights from O'Hare to Punta Cana
Dominican airline Arajet plans to launch direct flights from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport to Punta Cana, the airline announced Tuesday. Starting in November, the low-fare airline will launch the O'Hare route — its first from the Midwest — with flights three days per week. One-way flights to the resort town on the eastern tip of the island start at $117, the company said. Arajet began flying out of the U.S. this year. Chicago will be the fifth U.S. city from which it flies to the Dominican Republic, after Boston, Miami, New York and San Juan, Puerto Rico. The company is backed financially by Bain Capital and Griffin Global Asset Management. The airline's U.S. expansion comes after an 'open skies' travel agreement between the U.S. and the Dominican Republic went into effect in December, removing certain restrictions on flights between the two countries. 'Our continued growth enables greater connectivity for both tourists and the Dominican diaspora while supporting tourism and economic opportunity across the region,' Arajet CEO Victor Pacheco said in a statement. From Punta Cana, travelers can connect to other destinations throughout the Caribbean and Latin America, Arajet said.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Meet Boston's newest budget airline - Arajet. Where it flies, how much tickets cost
If you're looking for a direct flight to the Caribbean, a new budget airline will begin flying out of Boston starting in late fall 2025. In a release this week, Arajet airlines announced that it would be offering a new route connecting Boston Logan International Airport to Las Américas Santo Domingo Airport in the Dominican Republic. Arajet was launched on Sept. 15, 2022 but the new flights to the Dominican will mark the airline's first appearance in Boston. "The Boston area is home to one of the largest Dominican communities in the U.S. and serves as a key hub for education, business, and tourism," Victor Pacheco, CEO and founder of Arajet, said in a release when announcing the move into Boston. ""With this addition, Arajet's presence in major U.S. markets will capture strong demand for low-fare, high-quality service between North America and Latin America, reflecting our commitment to building a bridge between the regions and opening new travel opportunities for both leisure and business travelers."" In the Northeast, Arajet also flies out of Newark Liberty International Airport. Here's what to know. Arajet flights will begin on Nov. 20, 2025. Starting on Nov. 20, the airline will offer "four nonstop flights per week (out of Logan Airport in Boston) ... providing New Englanders with affordable access to the Dominican Republic, Caribbean, and Latin America," according to a report in Business Wire magazine. The Hoodline website explained that while Arajet's direct route is to Santo Domingo, the airline will offer connections from that location to more than 25 destinations in the Caribbean, Central, and South America. These locations include places like Aruba, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, and more, Hoodline noted. One way tickets, which are now online at start at $170. There are three different levels of fare tiers, Smart, Comfort, and Extra, which come with different amenities like selected seats and Business Wire online stated that it will use Boeing 737 MAX airplanes for its flights. This article originally appeared on The Patriot Ledger: Cheap international tickets: Boston's Logan airport gets new airline
