Travelling from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Santo Domingo.
The timezone in Santo Domingo is UTC-4. The city is 2 hours ahead of Mexico City, where Benito Juarez International Airport is located.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is the most traveled route, with 51 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from MEX to SDQ is with Aeromexico at 23:55. Choose the first departure with Aeromexico at 00:15 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from MEX to Santo Domingo. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can catch a direct flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Santo Domingo. Begin your trip at MEX and end it at Las Americas International Airport (SDQ).
Check out the deals with Aeromexico. This airline has direct flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Santo Domingo.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from MEX to Santo Domingo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
You will need an embassy visa for Dominican Republic if you hold a passport from Mexico and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Santo Domingo, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
MEX is about 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 57 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MEX? If you're catching an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Santo Domingo, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Santo Domingo
R 3,184 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Santo Domingo. Return flights start at R 5,171. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from MEX to Santo Domingo, reserve your trip 9 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Benito Juarez International Airport to Santo Domingo is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Santo Domingo, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Reserve a hotel near SDQ if you're catching a late flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Santo Domingo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Santo Domingo. After your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Santo Domingo, it'll take you around 27 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your flight from MEX to Santo Domingo at Confortable, Quiet And Secure. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from JBQ.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
August is the busiest month for flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Santo Domingo. To avoid the crowds, head to Santo Domingo in May when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Santo Domingo is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Santo Domingo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from MEX to Santo Domingo in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Santo Domingo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Santo Domingo right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Santo Domingo:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace are essential stops on your Santo Domingo itinerary.
Complete your Santo Domingo trip with a car rental
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