Flying from Ottawa to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Santo Domingo jetting off from here.
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are Santo Domingo's primary gateways.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Ottawa to Santo Domingo flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Santo Domingo
To pick up cheap Ottawa to Santo Domingo flights, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Ottawa to Santo Domingo.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Ottawa to Santo Domingo by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Ottawa to Santo Domingo flights.
Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 11 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa to Santo Domingo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
58.21% of flights departing from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Santo Domingo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to SDQ if you have a late flight from Ottawa to Santo Domingo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up 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 top outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Las Americas International Airport about one week in advance of your Ottawa to Santo Domingo flight.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
After your flight from Ottawa to Santo Domingo has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Santo Domingo is approximately 13 kilometres from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ).
Moderno Apartamento Para tu Estancia is one accommodation option within an easy drive of JBQ. Drop your bags here after your flight from Ottawa to Santo Domingo and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Crank up the music and hit the open road in a Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from FlexWays and start exploring right away.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from JBQ a few weeks in advance so you can just grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
May is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Santo Domingo, while January is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Santo Domingo based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book an Ottawa to Santo Domingo ticket departing in September if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Santo Domingo to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Ottawa 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 right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Ottawa to Santo Domingo, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Alcazar de Colon, National Palace and Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor are attractions you won't want to skip in Santo Domingo.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
You've visited Santo Domingo, now it's time to discover other parts of Dominican Republic. Travel around 13 kilometres east to Santo Domingo Este to check off its top attractions. From Museo Las Tres Aves to billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 64 kilometres east of Santo Domingo, San Pedro de Macorís is another essential stop in Dominican Republic. Start your sightseeing at El Parquecito, Patrimonio arquitectónico de la ciudad de San Pedro de Macoris and Museo Cultural San Pedro.
