Flying from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport (CUN). Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are the two main airports in Santo Domingo.
The average duration of a direct flight from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport is 3 hours 4 minutes.
Cancun is 1 hour behind Santo Domingo. Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
With 30 direct flights a week between the two airports, Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to Cancun International Airport (CUN) is the busiest route. Arajet operates the earliest flight at 07:48. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from SDQ to CUN is with Arajet at 13:05.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Santo Domingo to CUN. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport (CUN) take off from this terminal.
Arajet is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport leaving from SDQ.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Santo Domingo to CUN with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SDQ and CUN include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The distance from central Santo Domingo to SDQ is about 32 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near Las Americas International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) offers nonstop flights from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
From JBQ, direct flights from Santo Domingo to CUN can be booked with Arajet.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport, browse these options when departing from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The drive from central Santo Domingo to JBQ typically takes 27 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's roughly 19 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Unwind before your flight from Santo Domingo to CUN by spending the night near Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport. Confortable, Quiet And Secure is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
About Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to central Cancun is around 26 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
C$243 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport. Return flights start from C$468. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
You're more likely to find flight tickets from Santo Domingo to CUN when you book 8 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares on this route tend to be at their lowest.
To snag the best price on your tickets from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport, book your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible on when you travel? Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the most affordable day to fly.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices go down. Timing is key when finding flight tickets from Santo Domingo to CUN.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
May is the quietest time to fly to Cancun. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport.
Book your flight from Santo Domingo to CUN for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cancun to range from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 20ºC and 27ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport.
More about Cancun
Once you've booked your flight from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cancun:
One of the best ways to experience Cancun is to explore its top attractions. Highlights include Playa Delfines, El Rey Ruins and Dubai Palace Casino.
Complete your Cancun trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Santo Domingo to Cancun International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Cancun. Explore the deals and easily compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.