Travelling from Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the main airports in Sao Paulo.
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are Santo Domingo's major entry points.
Santo Domingo's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Santo Domingo one hour behind Sao Paulo.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo flights.
Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
We make it easy to book a Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Travelling from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% land on schedule at their destination.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
You can get to VCP from the centre of Sao Paulo in about 1 hour 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 3 hours 25 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo? Unwind in a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your adventure officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Viracopos Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
Consider booking a hotel near SDQ if you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Las Americas International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Final Rentals, FlexWays or INFINITY RENT and chase adventure across Santo Domingo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Las Americas International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Santo Domingo. After your flight from Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo, it'll take you approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find a few welcoming places to lay your head within a quick drive of JBQ. Get into relaxation mode at Moderno Apartamento Para tu Estancia after your Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo flight.
Crank up the tunes and hit the road in a Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from FlexWays and set off on your adventure right away.
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from JBQ once you know your travel dates.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
May is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo, while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Santo Domingo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Santo Domingo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Santo Domingo
Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Santo Domingo, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Santo Domingo:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Alcazar de Colon, National Palace and Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor are top sights which should be on any well-planned Santo Domingo itinerary.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo Este is just one of the many cities in Dominican Republic waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of 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 want to check out another corner of Dominican Republic, consider San Pedro de Macorís, roughly 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.
