Flying from Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Santo Domingo is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Havana (the location of Jose Marti International Airport) and Santo Domingo are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
The most popular route is from Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ). Choose from four services every week between these two airports. Sky High Aviation offers a 05:20 departure between HAV and SDQ.
Give yourself enough time to make your HAV to Santo Domingo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct Jose Marti International Airport to Santo Domingo ticket. Start your journey at HAV and end it at Las Americas International Airport (SDQ).
Book your favourite seat with Sky High Aviation. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Jose Marti International Airport to Santo Domingo.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from HAV to Santo Domingo with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
HAV is around 13 kilometres from central Havana. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to HAV? If you've booked an early flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Santo Domingo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Jose Marti International Airport, 78.04% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to Santo Domingo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Jose Marti International Airport to Santo Domingo flight is R 4,319. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,005. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from HAV to Santo Domingo, book your trip nine months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for January. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Jose Marti International Airport to Santo Domingo tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HAV to Santo Domingo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to the centre of Santo Domingo takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Santo Domingo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SDQ:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Las Americas International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Final Rentals, FlexWays or INFINITY RENT and experience the lesser-explored corners of Santo Domingo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Las Americas International Airport about one week before your flight from HAV to Santo Domingo can help you get the best possible rate.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) is about 19 kilometres from the centre of Santo Domingo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Santo Domingo, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Micro Hotel Condo Suites is one accommodation option within an easy drive of JBQ. Check in here after your HAV to Santo Domingo flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Grab a Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport rental car and set off toward new discoveries with your own wheels. FlexWays is just moments from baggage claim, so you can hit the road without delay.
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from JBQ ahead of time. You can also avoid paying extra, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
Plan your trip to Santo Domingo during the high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Jose Marti International Airport to Santo Domingo during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Jose Marti International Airport to Santo Domingo plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in Santo Domingo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from HAV to Santo Domingo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Santo Domingo
Start your Santo Domingo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Santo Domingo, browse our selection of hotels including:
National Palace and Alcazar de Colon are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Santo Domingo to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
La Romana is just one of the many cities in Dominican Republic waiting to be explored after you've seen Santo Domingo. Around 105 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Dye Fore Golf Course of Casa de Campo, Minitas Beach and La Estrella Park.
Puerto Plata is another must-experience destination in Dominican Republic and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Santo Domingo. No trip is complete without seeing Fortaleza San Felipe, Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car and Malecon Puerto Plata.