Travelling from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
The timezone in Santo Domingo is UTC-4. The city is one hour ahead of Kansas City, where Kansas City International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to catch your MCI to Santo Domingo flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a public holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from MCI to Santo Domingo with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
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MCI is around 26 kilometres from central Kansas City. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near MCI? If you've booked an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Santo Domingo, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
81.34% of flights leaving Kansas City International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from MCI.
MCI is located at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Santo Domingo
C$218 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Santo Domingo flight. A round-trip ticket right now is C$729. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from MCI to Santo Domingo if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Santo Domingo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near SDQ if you're coming in on a late flight from Kansas City International Airport to Santo Domingo. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Las Americas International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Final Rentals, FlexWays or INFINITY RENT and experience the lesser-explored corners of Santo Domingo and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Las Americas International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from MCI to Santo Domingo.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Santo Domingo. After your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Santo Domingo, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Relax and unpack not long after your MCI to Santo Domingo flight at Micro Hotel Condo Suites. This comfy accommodation option is a short drive from JBQ.
Pick up a Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport rental car and unlock more experiences with your own wheels. FlexWays is just moments from your arrival gate, so you can drive off without missing a beat.
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just whatever's left, by reserving your ride from JBQ ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially when the airport is busy.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
Visit Santo Domingo in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Kansas City International Airport to Santo Domingo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Santo Domingo is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Kansas City International Airport to Santo Domingo flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
February sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from MCI to Santo Domingo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Santo Domingo
Once you've booked your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Santo Domingo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Santo Domingo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. National Palace, Alcazar de Colon and Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor are top sights which should be on every Santo Domingo itinerary.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
La Romana is just one of the many places in Dominican Republic waiting to be explored after you've experienced Santo Domingo. Around 105 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Dye Fore Golf Course of Casa de Campo, Minitas Beach and La Estrella Park.
Puerto Plata is another sought-after destination in Dominican Republic and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Santo Domingo. No journey is complete without a visit to Fortaleza San Felipe, Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car and Malecon Puerto Plata.