Flying from Istanbul to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
Istanbul has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Santo Domingo flying out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
When it comes to working out where to land 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 makes Santo Domingo seven hours behind Istanbul.
To ensure you catch your Istanbul to Santo Domingo flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Santo Domingo
To pick up cheap Istanbul to Santo Domingo flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Istanbul to Santo Domingo.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Istanbul to Santo Domingo flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Santo Domingo, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Take a moment to stretch your legs during your Istanbul to Santo Domingo flight with a stopover. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is one of the main options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Santo Domingo.
You can get to SAW from central Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 31 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to Santo Domingo:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
Arriving in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
The distance from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo is approximately 23 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Book a hotel near SDQ if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Santo Domingo. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Las Americas International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Final Rentals, FlexWays or INFINITY RENT and discover more of Santo Domingo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Las Americas International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Central Santo Domingo is approximately 13 kilometres from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ). After your flight from Istanbul to Santo Domingo has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
Moderno Apartamento Para tu Estancia is one accommodation option within an easy drive of JBQ. Settle in here after your flight from Istanbul to Santo Domingo and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Line up some great tunes and hit the open road in a Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from FlexWays and drive off without missing a beat.
Typically, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Secure your ride from JBQ the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
May is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Santo Domingo, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Santo Domingo based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Istanbul to Santo Domingo tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Santo Domingo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Santo Domingo in February when temperatures average between 19ºC and 29ºC.
More about Santo Domingo
Start your Santo Domingo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Santo Domingo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Alcazar de Colon, National Palace and Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor are must-visits when exploring Santo Domingo.
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 taken in the sights of Santo Domingo. Around 13 kilometres to the east, top sights here include Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
Around 64 kilometres east of Santo Domingo, San Pedro de Macorís is another favourite stop in Dominican Republic. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at El Parquecito, Patrimonio arquitectónico de la ciudad de San Pedro de Macoris and Museo Cultural San Pedro.
