Travelling from Santo Domingo to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Santo Domingo to Los Angeles. Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are Santo Domingo's main airports.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's primary gateways.
Los Angeles is three hours behind Santo Domingo and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Santo Domingo to Los Angeles flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santo Domingo to Los Angeles
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Santo Domingo to Los Angeles flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing Santo Domingo to Los Angeles flights leaving from Las Americas International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
SDQ is around 27 kilometres from central Santo Domingo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel near Las Americas International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Santo Domingo to Los Angeles, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Las Americas International Airport, data shows 72.45% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Santo Domingo to Los Angeles, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:
Explore without limits with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across Los Angeles and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
After your flight from Santo Domingo to Los Angeles has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is approximately 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near VNY. Unwind after your Santo Domingo to Los Angeles flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Van Nuys Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from VNY ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from Santo Domingo to Los Angeles. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Los Angeles in May.
When booking your Santo Domingo to Los Angeles tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Santo Domingo to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Los Angeles right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Santo Domingo to Los Angeles:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are top sights which should be on any good Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its leading sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.