Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Santo Domingo is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of San Diego.
To ensure you get on your SAN to SDQ flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Las Americas International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between SAN and SDQ:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Las Americas International Airport flight is 158 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 341 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from SAN to SDQ, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Las Americas International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SAN to SDQ.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego International Airport to Las Americas International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.
Of all flights leaving San Diego International Airport, 71.38% arrive on time at their destination.
San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to SAN? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Las Americas International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
If you're getting in on a late San Diego International Airport to Las Americas International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SDQ:
Hit the road running by picking up a Las Americas International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Final Rentals, FlexWays or INFINITY RENT and experience the lesser-explored corners of Santo Domingo and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Las Americas International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport to the centre of Santo Domingo has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When to fly to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Las Americas International Airport is May, while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Santo Domingo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from San Diego International Airport to Las Americas International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Santo Domingo, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAN to SDQ in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered. Around 13 kilometres east of Santo Domingo, a trip to Santo Domingo Este will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
San Pedro de Macorís is another well-known destination in Dominican Republic and is around 64 kilometres east of Santo Domingo. No journey is complete without dropping by El Parquecito, Patrimonio arquitectónico de la ciudad de San Pedro de Macoris and Museo Cultural San Pedro.
