Flying from Santo Domingo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Santo Domingo is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Santo Domingo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) flying out of Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) or Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ).
Santo Domingo and Durham (where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Santo Domingo to RDU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Santo Domingo to RDU. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The distance from central Santo Domingo to SDQ is about 32 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Planning to catch an early flight from Santo Domingo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Las Americas International Airport:
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Santo Domingo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport and RDU:
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
The drive from central Santo Domingo to JBQ generally takes 27 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's roughly 19 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Getting to the airport on time before your flight from Santo Domingo to RDU is much easier when you stay near Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport. Consider checking in to Confortable, Quiet And Secure the night before you fly out.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Santo Domingo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near RDU instead:
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
From Raleigh-Durham International Airport, Durham is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 18 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santo Domingo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Santo Domingo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from 134 € or travel return from just 264 €. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Santo Domingo to RDU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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The best time to fly from Santo Domingo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
May is the quietest time to fly to Durham. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Santo Domingo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Durham. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Santo Domingo to RDU during then and you can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from Santo Domingo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Durham
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Durham right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Santo Domingo to Raleigh-Durham International Airport:
Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University and Duke University Chapel are a couple of major attractions to add to your Durham itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre.
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