Travelling from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
The timezone in Santo Domingo is UTC-4. The city is 1 hour ahead of Barranquilla, where Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from BAQ to Santo Domingo, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from BAQ to Santo Domingo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
If you have a passport from Colombia, you'll need an embassy visa to enter Dominican Republic. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Santo Domingo for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
BAQ is about 18 kilometres from central Barranquilla. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 41 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near BAQ. Whether you have an early flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Santo Domingo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to Santo Domingo
P14,066 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Santo Domingo. Return flights start from P23,097. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from BAQ to Santo Domingo, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Santo Domingo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SDQ:
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Central Santo Domingo is around 19 kilometres from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ). As soon as your flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Santo Domingo has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 27 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable accommodation options within a short drive of JBQ. Switch to relaxation mode at Confortable, Quiet And Secure after your flight from BAQ to Santo Domingo.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Santo Domingo. August is the most popular month to travel to Santo Domingo. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Santo Domingo for September to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from BAQ to Santo Domingo in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest 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 best places to stay in Santo Domingo right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Santo Domingo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Santo Domingo itinerary.
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