Travelling from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
Santo Domingo is one hour ahead of Dallas, where Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located. Santo Domingo runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your DFW to Santo Domingo flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from DFW to Santo Domingo. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near DFW? If you're boarding an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Santo Domingo, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.22% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Santo Domingo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Santo Domingo flight is $193. The cheapest price for a return flight is $456. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from DFW to Santo Domingo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Santo Domingo across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to the centre of Santo Domingo takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Santo Domingo. Book one of these accommodation options near SDQ instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Las Americas International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Final Rentals, FlexWays or INFINITY RENT to explore Santo Domingo and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Las Americas International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from DFW to Santo Domingo.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) is about 19 kilometres from the centre of Santo Domingo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Santo Domingo, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
There are some comfortable accommodation options within an easy drive of JBQ. Switch to relaxation mode at Micro Hotel Condo Suites after your DFW to Santo Domingo flight.
Crank up the music and hit the open road in a Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from FlexWays and get your trip rolling right away.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from JBQ in advance so you can just collect the keys and drive away.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
Visit Santo Domingo in high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Santo Domingo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Santo Domingo flight ticket with a departure in September if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 29ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from DFW to Santo Domingo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Santo Domingo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Santo Domingo right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Santo Domingo:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. National Palace, Alcazar de Colon and Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor are leading attractions which should be on any good Santo Domingo itinerary.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Dominican Republic waiting to be explored. Around 105 kilometres east of Santo Domingo, a trip to La Romana will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Dye Fore Golf Course of Casa de Campo, Minitas Beach and La Estrella Park.
Puerto Plata is another essential stop in Dominican Republic and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Santo Domingo. No trip is complete without dropping by Fortaleza San Felipe, Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car and Malecon Puerto Plata.
