Flying from Minneapolis to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is Minneapolis's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Minneapolis to Santo Domingo departing from here.
When it comes to landing in Santo Domingo, Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are the chief entry points.
Santo Domingo's timezone is UTC-4, making Santo Domingo one hour ahead of Minneapolis.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Minneapolis to Santo Domingo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Santo Domingo
To find cheap Minneapolis to Santo Domingo flights, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from Minneapolis to Santo Domingo.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Santo Domingo by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Minneapolis to Santo Domingo flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Minneapolis to Santo Domingo flights leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
MSP is around 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis to Santo Domingo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of the flights that depart from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% touch down on time at their destination.
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Consider booking a hotel near SDQ if you have a late flight from Minneapolis to Santo Domingo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Las Americas International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Final Rentals, FlexWays or INFINITY RENT and experience more of Santo Domingo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Las Americas International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
After your flight from Minneapolis to Santo Domingo has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Santo Domingo is roughly 13 kilometres from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ).
There are some welcoming places to stay within an easy drive of JBQ. Ease into relaxation mode at Moderno Apartamento Para tu Estancia after your Minneapolis to Santo Domingo flight.
Why follow someone else's schedule? Pick up a Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport rental car and steer your own course. Reserve a set of wheels here with FlexWays.
Typically, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Secure your ride from JBQ as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
January is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis to Santo Domingo. To escape the crowds, go to Santo Domingo in May.
Lock in a Minneapolis to Santo Domingo ticket departing in September if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santo Domingo to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Santo Domingo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Santo Domingo
Once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Santo Domingo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Santo Domingo:
Alcazar de Colon and National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) are a couple of big attractions to put on your Santo Domingo itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Palace.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
You've visited Santo Domingo, now it's time to discover other parts of Dominican Republic. Travel around 13 kilometres east to Santo Domingo Este to check off its top sights. From Museo Las Tres Aves to billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 64 kilometres east of Santo Domingo, San Pedro de Macorís is another essential stop in Dominican Republic. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at El Parquecito, Patrimonio arquitectónico de la ciudad de San Pedro de Macoris and Museo Cultural San Pedro.
