Travelling from Santo Domingo to New York: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Santo Domingo to New York. Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are Santo Domingo's main airports.
New York has a variety of airports you can fly into. Touch down at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
On average, direct flights from Santo Domingo to New York take 4 hours 5 minutes. New York and Santo Domingo are in the same timezone (UTC-4), meaning you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 68 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Santo Domingo to New York is with JetBlue Airways at 23:59. Go for the first SDQ to JFK departure operated by JetBlue Airways at 01:08 if you want to get going early.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Santo Domingo to New York.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You will need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from Dominican Republic and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap flights from Santo Domingo to New York, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Flying from Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Start your journey at Las Americas International Airport (SDQ), which offers multiple direct flights from Santo Domingo to New York. From SDQ, you can fly nonstop to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
You'll have your pick of carriers operating direct flights from Santo Domingo to New York leaving from SDQ. Book your journey with one of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Santo Domingo to New York departing from Las Americas International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
SDQ is approximately 32 kilometres from central Santo Domingo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 31 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Santo Domingo to New York? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Las Americas International Airport:
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Santo Domingo to New York, browse these options when leaving from Las Americas International Airport:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
JBQ is about 19 kilometres from central Santo Domingo. It'll take you 27 minutes or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your flight from Santo Domingo to New York is so much easier when you stay near Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport. Think about booking a room at Confortable, Quiet And Secure the night before flying out.
Arriving in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Santo Domingo to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near EWR:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Central New York is located around 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). After your flight from Santo Domingo to New York has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 48 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After your flight from Santo Domingo to New York, rest your head at a hotel near JFK. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Santo Domingo to New York
At the moment, ر.ق. 562 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Santo Domingo to New York. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,055. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from Santo Domingo to New York, book your trip 9 months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Santo Domingo to New York. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Best time to go to New York
August is the busiest month for flights from Santo Domingo to New York. To steer clear of the crowds, go to New York in February.
Before booking a flight from Santo Domingo to New York, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Santo Domingo to New York in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Santo Domingo to New York, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your New York travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Empire State Building.
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