Flying from Panama City to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Panama City. Explore your options leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) when searching for a flight from Panama City to Santo Domingo.
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are Santo Domingo's major entry points.
The average time for a direct Panama City to Santo Domingo flight is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Santo Domingo is one hour ahead of Panama City and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 29 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Panama City to Santo Domingo is with Copa Airlines at 22:13. Go for the first PTY to SDQ departure with Copa Airlines at 07:18 to fit in more activities on your first day in Santo Domingo.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Panama City to Santo Domingo flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Santo Domingo
Book one month before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Panama City to Santo Domingo flights.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Panama City to Santo Domingo. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Jet off from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) on a nonstop flight from Panama City to Santo Domingo. From PTY, you can fly directly into Las Americas International Airport (SDQ).
Copa Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Panama City to Santo Domingo plane tickets from PTY.
We make it a cinch to find a Panama City to Santo Domingo flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Tocumen International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Reina Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Travelling from central Panama City to PTY takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Tocumen International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Panama City to Santo Domingo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
86.03% of flights departing from Tocumen International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of PTY.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Split up your Panama City to Santo Domingo flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Panama Pacifico Airport and Santo Domingo are:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
BLB is around 11 kilometres from central Panama City. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Panama City to Santo Domingo? Unwind in a hotel near Panama Pacifico Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Panama Pacifico Airport has a track record for punctuality. 86.75% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.
Arriving in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
The distance from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Panama City to Santo Domingo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SDQ instead:
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 you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Las Americas International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Central Santo Domingo is about 13 kilometres from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ). As soon as your flight from Panama City to Santo Domingo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
You'll find a few comfortable places to rest your head within a quick drive of JBQ. Get into relaxation mode at Moderno Apartamento Para tu Estancia after your Panama City to Santo Domingo flight.
Why be tied to someone else's timetable? Grab a Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport rental car and decide exactly where your journey goes. Reserve your wheels here with FlexWays.
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from JBQ in advance so you can just get the keys and go.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
May is the quietest month for flights from Panama City to Santo Domingo, while January is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Santo Domingo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Santo Domingo is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Panama City to Santo Domingo ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Panama City to Santo Domingo in February when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Santo Domingo
After booking your flight from Panama City to Santo Domingo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santo Domingo:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace are must-visits when exploring Santo Domingo.
Explore more of Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo Este is just one of the many cities in Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered 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.
San Pedro de Macorís is another well-known destination in Dominican Republic and is around 64 kilometres east of Santo Domingo. No trip is complete without experiencing El Parquecito, Patrimonio arquitectónico de la ciudad de San Pedro de Macoris and Museo Cultural San Pedro.