Punta Cana New York Time Difference

What is the Time Difference Between Punta Cana and New York?

Punta Cana and New York share the same time during Eastern Standard Time (November to March). Both use UTC-4 effectively. When it's 12:00 PM in Punta Cana, it's also 12:00 PM in New York.

However, the Dominican Republic does not observe daylight saving time. During New York's daylight saving time (March to November), New York moves to UTC-4 matching Punta Cana, so they stay synchronized year-round.

Best Time to Call New York from Punta Cana

Any time during business hours works! The time is the same in both cities year-round, making coordination easy.

Punta Cana is a premier Caribbean resort destination for New Yorkers. Direct flights take about 3.5 hours, making it a popular weekend getaway. The shared timezone makes it easy to stay connected with home while on vacation.

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