Travelling from Los Angeles to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Los Angeles to Santo Domingo. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are Santo Domingo's major entry points.
The timezone in Santo Domingo is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Los Angeles.
To ensure you get on your Los Angeles to Santo Domingo flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Santo Domingo
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Los Angeles to Santo Domingo flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing Los Angeles to Santo Domingo flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
LAX is about 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Santo Domingo, these accommodation options will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of LAX.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Arriving in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
The distance from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo is approximately 23 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Reserve a hotel near SDQ if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Santo Domingo. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Las Americas International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Final Rentals, FlexWays or INFINITY RENT and venture far and wide through Santo Domingo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Las Americas International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
After your flight from Los Angeles to Santo Domingo has hit the tarmac, you can reach 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 comfortable places to lay your head within an easy drive of JBQ. Get into relaxation mode at Moderno Apartamento Para tu Estancia after your Los Angeles to Santo Domingo flight.
Grab a Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport rental car and set off toward new discoveries with your own set of wheels. FlexWays is just moments from your arrival gate, so you can drive off without missing a beat.
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's available, by securing your ride from JBQ ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Santo Domingo. January is the busiest month to travel to Santo Domingo. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
When booking your Los Angeles to Santo Domingo tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. September is the warmest month in Santo Domingo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Santo Domingo in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Santo Domingo
Start your Santo Domingo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Santo Domingo, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Alcazar de Colon, National Palace and Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor are must-visits when exploring Santo Domingo.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo Este is just one of the many cities in Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered once you've seen Santo Domingo. Around 13 kilometres to the east, check out popular attractions including Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Dominican Republic, head for San Pedro de Macorís, roughly 64 kilometres east of Santo Domingo. El Parquecito, Patrimonio arquitectónico de la ciudad de San Pedro de Macoris and Museo Cultural San Pedro are key highlights.
