Travelling from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Cancun International Airport to Santo Domingo and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 20 minutes.
Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Santo Domingo is one hour ahead of Cancun.
To avoid missing your CUN to Santo Domingo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Start your journey at CUN and fly nonstop to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Cancun International Airport to Santo Domingo tickets.
Book your ticket with Arajet. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Cancun International Airport to Santo Domingo.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from CUN to Santo Domingo. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
CUN is about 13 kilometres from central Cancun. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near CUN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cancun International Airport to Santo Domingo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Cancun International Airport, 72.87% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Santo Domingo
ج.م. 6,926 is currently the best price for a one-way Cancun International Airport to Santo Domingo flight. Return flight tickets start from ج.م. 11,737. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap flights from CUN to Santo Domingo by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Cancun International Airport to Santo Domingo tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CUN to Santo Domingo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
Look into staying at a hotel close to SDQ if you have a late flight from Cancun International Airport to Santo Domingo. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Las Americas International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Final Rentals, FlexWays or INFINITY RENT and experience more of Santo Domingo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Las Americas International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from CUN to Santo Domingo can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) is about 19 kilometres from central Santo Domingo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Cancun International Airport to Santo Domingo, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Micro Hotel Condo Suites is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of JBQ. Drop your bags here after your CUN to Santo Domingo flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Why run on someone else's schedule? Pick up a Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport rental car and take charge of your own adventure. Reserve a set of wheels here with FlexWays.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from JBQ in advance so you can just collect the keys and drive away.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
Before securing your flights from Cancun International Airport to Santo Domingo, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Santo Domingo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Santo Domingo is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your Cancun International Airport to Santo Domingo flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CUN to Santo Domingo in February when temperatures average between 19ºC and 29ºC.
More about Santo Domingo
After booking your flight from Cancun International Airport to Santo Domingo, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santo Domingo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. National Palace, Alcazar de Colon and Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Santo Domingo itinerary.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
La Romana is just one of the many places in Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Santo Domingo. Around 105 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Dye Fore Golf Course of Casa de Campo, Minitas Beach and La Estrella Park.
Puerto Plata is another well-known destination in Dominican Republic and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Santo Domingo. No journey is complete without experiencing Fortaleza San Felipe, Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car and Malecon Puerto Plata.
