Flying from Toronto to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo begins with finding the right airport to start your holiday. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main terminals in Toronto.
When choosing where to land in Santo Domingo, Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are the chief entry points.
Santo Domingo's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Toronto.
To ensure you don't miss your Toronto to Santo Domingo flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Santo Domingo
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 19 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Pearson International Airport:
63.97% of flights departing from Pearson International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
On public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 62%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive on time.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is roughly 80 kilometres from central Toronto. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Make catching an early Toronto to Santo Domingo flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rate of YKF is 63.64%. To put it simply, that's how often flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
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 reach the centre driving.
Reserve a hotel close to SDQ if you're coming in on a late flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Las Americas International Airport rental car and explore Santo Domingo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Final Rentals, FlexWays and INFINITY RENT are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Las Americas International Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
As soon as your flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Santo Domingo is approximately 13 kilometres from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ).
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo at Moderno Apartamento Para tu Estancia. This comfortable accommodation option is a quick drive from JBQ.
Why base your plans around someone else's schedule? Grab a Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport rental car and take charge of your own adventure. Book your wheels here with FlexWays.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from JBQ a few weeks in advance so you can just grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
January is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to Santo Domingo. To avoid the crowds, head to Santo Domingo in May.
Book a Toronto to Santo Domingo ticket departing in September if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santo Domingo to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo in February when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Santo Domingo
Start your Santo Domingo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo, explore our range of hotels including:
Alcazar de Colon and National Palace are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Santo Domingo must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo Este is just one of the many places in Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Santo Domingo. Around 13 kilometres to the east, popular attractions include Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.
If you're ready to explore another side of Dominican Republic, head for San Pedro de Macorís, about 64 kilometres east of Santo Domingo. El Parquecito, Patrimonio arquitectónico de la ciudad de San Pedro de Macoris and Museo Cultural San Pedro are key reasons to visit.