Dominican Republic: Getting There

Airports Most U.S. flights arrive at one of four international airports, Santo Domingo’s Las Américas (SDQ) and newer La Isabela aka Herrera (HEX), Puerto Plata’s La Únion (POP), or Punta Cana (PUJ).

Airlines American Airlines/American Eagle, Continental, Delta, JetBlue, Spirit, and US Airways all fly from the U.S. (only East Coast takeoffs fly non-stop and direct). Aerodomca, Caribe Air, and Takeoff Destination Service serve the smaller airports scattered through the country.

Flight Times 8 hours from the West Coast; 5-6 hours from the Midwest, 4 hours from the Northeast, 2-3 hours from the Southeast. Allow an extra 1 to 4 hours for flights involving a change of plane.