Las Américas International Airport serves Santo Domingo, the capital and oldest city founded by Europeans in the Americas, approximately 20 km from the center.
It is the country's second-busiest airport, less oriented toward beach tourism compared to Punta Cana.
How to get to Las Américas International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to SDQ
Parking near Las Américas International Airport
The authorized parking from the airport is positioned in front of the terminal.
It is not staffed by dedicated personnel but is video monitored; roughly 2-3 USD/hour, with a contained daily maximum rate.
How to get to Santo Domingo from SDQ
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Santo Domingo Airport: One-Way or Round Trip Transfers
Private Transfer to SDQ Airports, Dominican Republic: Punctuality, Security and Comfort
Transfers from Santo Domingo Airport to/from Punta Cana
Santo Domingo Airport Trans to Punta Cana from/to the hotel
Car rental at Las Américas International Airport
The main car rental operators manage a desk in the arrivals area.
To rent a car you'll need a driver's license, passport, credit card, and generally an IDP as well.
Hotels near Las Américas International Airport
Boca Chica and Airport Area
A few minutes from the terminal: the Hampton is about 4 km away (0.6 miles from the nearest airport), the Four Points about 5 minutes; Boca Chica and its public beach are 10-15 minutes away.
Best for: One-night layovers and early morning departures, when there's no need to go into the city.
- Transfer of just a few minutes, useful for those arriving late or leaving early
- Boca Chica's public beach, with its boats and kiosks, just minutes away for those with only half a day
- Industrial, transit-oriented area: few independent restaurants outside the hotels
- For the Zona Colonial or Piantini, you still need 25-30 minutes on the highway
Recommended hotels
- Hampton by Hilton Santo Domingo Airport On Avenida Las Américas Km 27, just minutes from the terminal and from Boca Chica beach; buffet breakfast included, useful for those arriving on an evening flight. View availability
- Four Points by Sheraton Santo Domingo Formerly the Quality Hotel Real Aeropuerto, on Km 22 of the Autopista Las Américas in Boca Chica, about 5 minutes from the terminal; outdoor pool and gym. View availability
Zona Colonial
About 27-29 km from the airport, 28-30 minutes on the Autopista Las Américas with no road changes.
Best for: Travelers who want to sleep among the UNESCO World Heritage colonial streets, within walking distance of restaurants and monuments.
- Walking distance from Plaza de España, the Catedral Primada de América and the Alcázar de Colón
- The city's highest concentration of historic restaurants and bars, open late
- Cobblestone streets and often small rooms in the historic buildings converted into hotels
- No beach: for the sea, a transfer toward Boca Chica or Juan Dolio is still needed
Recommended hotels
- Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark Collection by Wyndham On Calle Arzobispo Merino, in the heart of the Zona Colonial, just steps from Plaza de España; panoramic rooftop bistro with views over the historic center's rooftops. View availability
- A Night at Zona colonial Apartment inside the Zona Colonial, a short-term rental alternative to the area's historic hotels for those who want more space and their own kitchen. View availability
Piantini
About 30-35 minutes from the airport, a few minutes more than the Zona Colonial because Piantini lies further inland from the Autopista Las Américas.
Best for: Business trips and those who want the shopping malls and modern restaurants of the new city.
- Neighborhood with the skyscrapers, embassies and shopping malls (Ágora Mall, Blue Mall) of modern Santo Domingo
- 5 minutes by car from the Malecón and its waterfront
- Neighborhood designed for offices and residences, little to do on foot in the evening outside the malls
- Further from the historic center than staying in the Zona Colonial already would be
Recommended hotels
- JW Marriott Hotel Santo Domingo In the heart of Piantini, with outdoor pool, the Winston's Grill and Patio restaurant and direct access to the neighborhood's office and shopping area. View availability
- Hyatt Centric Santo Domingo Opened in 2024 on Avenida Winston Churchill, 5 minutes by car from the Malecón; design inspired by Dominican artist Thimo Pimentel and a panoramic rooftop terrace. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal has adequate capacity for mixed tourist and domestic traffic. From check-in to gate you typically walk 10–15 minutes.
Customs clearance times vary: for international flights, arriving at least 3 hours early is prudent.
Map of Las Américas International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. What to see in Santo Domingo?
The Colonial Zone, the UNESCO World Heritage old town and the oldest permanent European settlement in the Americas, with the Primatial Cathedral and the Alcázar de Colón.
Q. Is Santo Domingo safe for tourists?
The main tourist areas, including the Colonial Zone, are generally safe with normal precautions; as in any big city, avoid flaunting valuables, especially in the evening.
Q. Does Santo Domingo have a metro?
Yes, it was the first metro network in the Caribbean and Central America, opened in the 2000s: useful for getting around the city once you arrive from the airport, although the Colonial Zone remains an area best explored on foot.
Q. What to buy at Santo Domingo's duty free?
Amber and larimar, two semi-precious stones characteristic of the Dominican Republic, as well as rum and cigars.
Flight board
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