Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Cibao International Airport (STI): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cibao International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
New York and Santiago follow the same timezone, UTC-4.
Flights from JFK to STI start at 05:01 — the first with JetBlue Airways. The last service of the day is at 23:15 with JetBlue Airways. Overall, there are 73 weekly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cibao International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your JFK to STI flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Flying into Santiago (and then exploring more of Dominican Republic!) is a snap with JetBlue Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cibao International Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is JetBlue Airways.
The most punctual carrier that offers JFK to STI flights is Delta Air Lines. Its services arrive without delay 73.74% of the time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cibao International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between JFK and STI:
Las Americas International Airport
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Cibao International Airport (STI)
At the moment, $255 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cibao International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $493. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from JFK to STI by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cibao International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near JFK. Whether you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cibao International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cibao International Airport (STI)
Reserve a hotel near STI if you're taking a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cibao International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Cibao International Airport rental car and discover Santiago and beyond with your own wheels. America, Zezgo Rent a Car and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Cibao International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cibao International Airport (STI) to central Santiago
Cibao International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Santiago. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Cibao International Airport (STI)
The quietest month for a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cibao International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Santiago based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Cibao International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Santiago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from JFK to STI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santiago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Dominican Republic you'll want to see. About 137 kilometres south-east of Santiago, a visit to Santo Domingo will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace.
Santo Domingo Este is another standout destination in Dominican Republic and is around 145 kilometres south-east of Santiago. No trip is complete without a visit to Museo Las Tres Aves, billeteros Park and Abuela Mota Final Resting Place.