Flying from Columbus to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is Columbus's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Columbus to Santo Domingo jetting off from here.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Santo Domingo, Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are the major entry points.
Santo Domingo's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Columbus.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Columbus to Santo Domingo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add an hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Santo Domingo
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Flying from Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
We make it a breeze to book a Columbus to Santo Domingo flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Traveling from central Columbus to CMH takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 miles in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Columbus to Santo Domingo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of all flights leaving John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 79.5% arrive on time at their destination.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Arriving 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 center is roughly 17 miles away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Columbus to Santo Domingo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SDQ:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Las Americas International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Final Rentals, FlexWays or INFINITY RENT and explore beyond Santo Domingo's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Las Americas International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
As soon as your flight from Columbus to Santo Domingo has hit the runway, you can get to the city center in about 25 minutes by car. Central Santo Domingo is roughly 8 miles from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ).
Unpack and relax not long after your flight from Columbus to Santo Domingo at Moderno Apartamento Para tu Estancia. This comfortable accommodation option is a quick drive from JBQ.
Grab a Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport rental car and see and do more with your own set of wheels. FlexWays is just moments from your arrival gate, so you can drive off in a flash.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from JBQ a few weeks in advance so you can just grab the keys and get going.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Columbus to Santo Domingo. January is the busiest month for a trip to Santo Domingo. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Before locking in your Columbus to Santo Domingo tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Santo Domingo, with temperatures ranging from 73ºF to 91ºF.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Columbus to Santo Domingo in February when temperatures average between 66ºF and 84ºF.
More about Santo Domingo
Once you've booked your flight from Columbus to Santo Domingo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. 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 hard to figure out where to begin. Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace are top sights which should feature on any good Santo Domingo itinerary.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo Este is just one of the many places in Dominican Republic waiting to be explored once you've seen Santo Domingo. Around 8 miles to the east, check out popular attractions including Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
San Pedro de Macorís is another sought-after destination in Dominican Republic and is around 40 miles east of Santo Domingo. No trip is complete without dropping by El Parquecito, Patrimonio arquitectónico de la ciudad de San Pedro de Macoris and Museo Cultural San Pedro.
