Travelling from Santo Domingo to San Juan: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan. Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are the main airports in Santo Domingo.
Come in for landing at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), the major arrival point in San Juan.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 2 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan. These two cities have the same timezone — UTC-4.
The most popular route for flights from Santo Domingo to San Juan is from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). You can choose from 26 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going first thing, the earliest flight from SDQ to SJU is the 08:25 JetBlue Airways service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 22:50 with JetBlue Airways.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
To travel to Puerto Rico for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Dominican Republic. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan.
Flying from Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan, you can leave from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ). Get from SDQ to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) without making any stops.
JetBlue Airways is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Santo Domingo to San Juan departing from SDQ.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Las Americas International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
Cibao International Airport (STI)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
To reach SDQ from central Santo Domingo, it'll take about 31 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Las Americas International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Las Americas International Airport and San Juan:
Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
Cibao International Airport (STI)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to JBQ from Santo Domingo's centre in around 27 minutes. The airport is approximately 19 kilometres away.
Kick back before your flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan by booking a hotel near Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport. Confortable, Quiet And Secure is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Arriving in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is around 8 kilometres from central San Juan. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 11 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 56 minutes.
Book a hotel close to SJU if you have a late flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Central San Juan is located around 8 kilometres from Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG). Once your flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 14 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 58 minutes.
After your flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan, settle in at a hotel close to SIG. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Santo Domingo to San Juan
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Santo Domingo to San Juan is P5,086. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P8,559. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from Santo Domingo to San Juan by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Santo Domingo to San Juan. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Santo Domingo to San Juan. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Best time to go to San Juan
July is the busiest month for flights from Santo Domingo to San Juan. To escape the crowds, visit San Juan in May.
The warmest month in San Juan is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Santo Domingo to San Juan in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Santo Domingo to San Juan in February when temperatures average between 20ºC and 28ºC.
More about San Juan
Start your San Juan trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Castillo San Felipe del Morro, La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Fortaleza Street are major attractions which should feature on every San Juan itinerary.
Complete your San Juan trip with a car rental
Check out our range of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Santo Domingo to San Juan. Whether you're looking for an SUV, a compact ride or something that makes a statement, you can compare companies in one go to find the best deal.