Flying from Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Santo Domingo. Check out your options leaving from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) or Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) when booking your flight from Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale.
Come in for landing at Fort Lauderdale's primary gateway, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Jump on a direct Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Santo Domingo and Fort Lauderdale share the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
The most popular route for flights from Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale is from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Choose from eight weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SDQ to FLL is the 02:45 Spirit Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 17:45 with Spirit Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale flight.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale
Score cheap Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
You can get a direct flight from Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale departing from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ). Start your trip at SDQ and land at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Keep an eye out for deals with JetBlue Airways. This carrier offers direct Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale plane tickets out of SDQ.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Las Americas International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
SDQ is around 27 kilometres from central Santo Domingo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Las Americas International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Las Americas International Airport, 72.45% land on time at their destination.
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
It usually takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and explore beyond Fort Lauderdale's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
FLL is situated at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
July is the most popular month for flights from Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale. To escape the crowds, visit Fort Lauderdale in May.
When booking your Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Start your Fort Lauderdale trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Santo Domingo to Fort Lauderdale, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Bonnet House Museum and Gardens are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Fort Lauderdale must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Jungle Queen Riverboat.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel around 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its popular sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in United States, head for Miami, about 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are among the biggest draws.