Travelling from Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Santo Domingo. Check out your options leaving from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) or Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) when booking your flight from Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG).
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight.
Rafael Nunez International Airport is located in Cartagena. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind Santo Domingo.
The most popular route is from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG). There are 2 direct services every week. Arajet operates a 6:07am departure between SDQ and CTG.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Santo Domingo to CTG.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) operate out of this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport with Arajet. This popular carrier operates services from SDQ.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Arajet between SDQ and CTG.
SDQ is around 32 kilometres from central Santo Domingo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Las Americas International Airport:
72.45% of flights leaving from Las Americas International Airport make it to their destination on time.
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.
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About Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near CTG:
Grab a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car and explore Cartagena and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Keddy By Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
R 1,682 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport. Return flights start at R 3,616. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Santo Domingo to CTG by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
September is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Cartagena. August is when most people book flights from Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Book a Santo Domingo to CTG plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cartagena to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport in January when temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Cartagena
Start your Cartagena trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Santo Domingo to Rafael Nunez International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Cartagena when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Walled City of Cartagena followed by La Fantastica Cartagena - Pirate Ship Tour, Sunset Tour & Rosario Island Tour and Centro Historico.
Explore more of Colombia
Cartagena has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be explored. About 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena, a trip to Barranquilla will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Miramar Park and Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO.
Around 161 kilometres north-east of Cartagena, Santa Marta is another essential stop in Colombia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.
