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You can fly from the U.S. to the Caribbean for just $5 right now

Act fast — the deal only runs until October 15

By Amanda Teague Oct 13, 2025 5:42 AM

Ruins of Tulum, Mexico and a palm tree overlooking the Caribbean Sea in the Riviera Maya — jkraft5 / Adobe Stock

With chilly weather creeping in across much of the U.S., sun-seekers now have the perfect excuse to trade their coats for swimsuits. Dominican airline Arajet just announced an unbelievable limited-time deal. They’re offering flights from the U.S. to the Caribbean starting at just $5.

The ultra-low fares are available until October 15, giving travelers the chance to book a spontaneous tropical getaway without breaking the bank. Routes include flights from major U.S. cities like Chicago, Miami, and Boston to island hotspots such as Punta Cana and Santo Domingo.

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No matter what type of vacation you’re looking for, Arajet’s flash sale makes a Caribbean escape more affordable than a morning coffee, but you’ll need to act fast before seats sell out.

Details of the deal

Travelers hoping to escape the cold can take advantage of Arajet’s new promotion offering flights from major U.S. cities to the Caribbean starting at just $5. The deal is available for departures from Boston, Chicago, Miami, Newark, Orlando, and San Juan, with direct routes to Santo Domingo (SDQ) and Punta Cana (PUJ) in the Dominican Republic. From there, passengers can connect to more than two dozen destinations across the Caribbean and Latin America, including Aruba, Cancún, Bogotá, Lima, Buenos Aires, São Paulo, and Curaçao.

The promotion is live now through October 15, 2025, and valid for travel between October 31, 2025, and June 14, 2026. Discounted fares can be booked directly at arajet.com, though seats are limited and prices vary by destination. Full terms and conditions are available on the airline’s website.

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