Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
Santo Domingo is three hours ahead of Seattle, where Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located. Santo Domingo follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your SEA to Santo Domingo flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from SEA to Santo Domingo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a hotel near SEA? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Santo Domingo, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of SEA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Santo Domingo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Santo Domingo flight is Rs68,490. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs135,760. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SEA to Santo Domingo if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Santo Domingo ticket.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Santo Domingo.
Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
The distance from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Consider booking a hotel close to SDQ if you have a late flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Santo Domingo. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Las Americas International Airport rental car and explore Santo Domingo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Final Rentals, FlexWays and INFINITY RENT are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Las Americas International Airport around one week before your flight from SEA to Santo Domingo.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Central Santo Domingo is about 19 kilometres from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ). After your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Santo Domingo has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your SEA to Santo Domingo flight at Micro Hotel Condo Suites. This comfy accommodation option is an easy drive from JBQ.
Line up some great tunes 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. Secure your ride from JBQ ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
Visit Santo Domingo in high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Santo Domingo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Santo Domingo is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Santo Domingo flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SEA to Santo Domingo in February when temperatures average between 19ºC and 29ºC.
More about Santo Domingo
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Santo Domingo, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Santo Domingo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. National Palace, Alcazar de Colon and Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor are leading attractions which should be on every Santo Domingo itinerary.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
La Romana is just one of the many places in Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Santo Domingo. Around 105 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Dye Fore Golf Course of Casa de Campo, Minitas Beach and La Estrella Park.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata is another essential stop in Dominican Republic. Start your sightseeing at Fortaleza San Felipe, Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car and Malecon Puerto Plata.
