Flying from Santo Domingo to Sangster International Airport (MBJ): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Santo Domingo to Sangster International Airport (MBJ). Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are Santo Domingo's main airports.
Montego Bay is one hour behind Santo Domingo. Sangster International Airport is located in Montego Bay, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Santo Domingo to MBJ.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Santo Domingo to MBJ departing from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
To get to SDQ from central Santo Domingo, it takes around 30 minutes to drive the 32 kilometres or so.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Las Americas International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Santo Domingo to Sangster International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Las Americas International Airport, 72.45% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to JBQ from central Santo Domingo in about 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Unwind before your Santo Domingo to MBJ flight at a hotel near Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport. Micro Hotel Condo Suites is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
About Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Santo Domingo to Sangster International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near MBJ:
Grab a Sangster International Airport rental car and explore Montego Bay and beyond with your own wheels. Classique, Island Car Rentals and FlexWays are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Santo Domingo to Sangster International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santo Domingo to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Santo Domingo to Sangster International Airport is 197 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 407 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Santo Domingo to MBJ. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Santo Domingo to Sangster International Airport ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Santo Domingo to MBJ.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Santo Domingo to Sangster International Airport.
The best time to fly from Santo Domingo to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
May is the quietest month for flights from Santo Domingo to Sangster International Airport (MBJ), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Montego Bay based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Santo Domingo to MBJ plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Montego Bay, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
February has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Santo Domingo to Sangster International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Montego Bay
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Montego Bay right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Santo Domingo to Sangster International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Sandals Cay, Tropical Bliss and Coral Gardens Neighbourhood Beach are popular attractions which should feature on any good Montego Bay itinerary.
Explore more of Jamaica
Montego Bay will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Jamaica you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay, a visit to Kingston will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Bob Marley museum, Bob Marley Statue and Blue Mountains.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay, Spanish Town is another essential stop in Jamaica. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Eco Park, Wynter's Park and Serenity Park.
