Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santo Domingo and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 5 minutes.
Santo Domingo is two hours ahead of San Jose, where Juan Santamaria International Airport is located. Santo Domingo follows the UTC-4 timezone.
With four departures a week between the two airports, Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is the busiest route. Catch Arajet's 08:42 flight to get your journey from SJO to SDQ underway.
To avoid rushing for your SJO to Santo Domingo flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santo Domingo tickets are available for booking. Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is where you'll disembark.
Arajet is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santo Domingo.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from SJO to Santo Domingo. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
SJO is about 14 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santo Domingo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near SJO:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Juan Santamaria International Airport, data shows 79.83% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Santo Domingo
R 2,499 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santo Domingo flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 4,454. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SJO to Santo Domingo.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santo Domingo tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santo Domingo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SDQ instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Las Americas International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Final Rentals, FlexWays or INFINITY RENT and chase adventure across Santo Domingo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Las Americas International Airport about one week before your flight from SJO to Santo Domingo.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Central Santo Domingo is located around 19 kilometres from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ). After your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santo Domingo has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
Settle in and unpack not long after your SJO to Santo Domingo flight at Micro Hotel Condo Suites. This comfortable accommodation option is a quick drive from JBQ.
Why base your plans around someone else's schedule? Pick up a Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport rental car and decide exactly where your journey goes. Book a set of wheels here with FlexWays.
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from JBQ as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
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 prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santo Domingo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santo Domingo flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. 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). Look for a cheap ticket from SJO to Santo Domingo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Santo Domingo
Start your Santo Domingo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santo Domingo, explore our selection of hotels including:
National Palace and Alcazar de Colon are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Santo Domingo itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
La Romana is just one of the many places in Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered after you've seen Santo Domingo. Around 105 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Dye Fore Golf Course of Casa de Campo, Minitas Beach and La Estrella Park.
Puerto Plata is another standout destination in Dominican Republic and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Santo Domingo. No trip is complete without visiting Fortaleza San Felipe, Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car and Malecon Puerto Plata.
