Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) 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 Los Angeles.
Leave plenty of time to make your LAX to SDQ flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Las Americas International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between LAX and SDQ:
Miami International Airport
Cancun International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
At the moment, R 2,589 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Las Americas International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 5,776. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LAX to SDQ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Las Americas International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Las Americas International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX touch down on schedule 81.05% of the time.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Las Americas International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to LAX:
Arriving at Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Reserve a hotel near SDQ if you're catching a late Los Angeles International Airport to Las Americas International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Las Americas International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Final Rentals, FlexWays or INFINITY RENT and see more of Santo Domingo and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Las Americas International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo
From Las Americas International Airport, Santo Domingo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Las Americas International Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Santo Domingo. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Las Americas International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Santo Domingo, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to SDQ in February. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Dominican Republic you should also see. About 13 kilometres east of Santo Domingo, a trip to Santo Domingo Este will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
San Pedro de Macorís is another favourite destination in Dominican Republic and is around 64 kilometres east of Santo Domingo. No trip is complete without visiting El Parquecito, Patrimonio arquitectónico de la ciudad de San Pedro de Macoris and Museo Cultural San Pedro.