Flying from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Cibao International Airport (STI): what you need to know
Richmond and Santiago share the same timezone, UTC-4.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RIC to STI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Cibao International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RIC and STI include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Miami International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Cibao International Airport (STI)
At the moment, RM501 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Cibao International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM1,011. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RIC to STI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Cibao International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RIC to STI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Cibao International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
RIC's address is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Of all flights leaving Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), 77.63% land on schedule at their destination.
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is around 21 kilometres from central Richmond. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 2 hours 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near RIC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Cibao International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Cibao International Airport (STI)
If you're coming in on a late Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Cibao International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near STI:
Travel at your own speed with a Cibao International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from America, Zezgo Rent a Car or Alamo and discover more of Santiago and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cibao International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Cibao International Airport (STI) to central Santiago
Cibao International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Santiago. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cibao International Airport (STI)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Cibao International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Santiago. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Cibao International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Santiago, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RIC to STI sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santiago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Dominican Republic you should also see. About 137 kilometres south-east of Santiago, a trip to Santo Domingo will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Santo Domingo Este is another essential stop in Dominican Republic and is around 145 kilometres south-east of Santiago. No journey is complete without visiting Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
