Cheap flights from Des Moines to Santo Domingo from £164

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2 stops
Sat, Mar 7
Des Moines DSMSanto Domingo SDQ
£164
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Fri, Mar 6
Des Moines DSMSanto Domingo SDQ
£193
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1 stop
Wed, Mar 4
Des Moines DSMSanto Domingo SDQ
£200
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2 stops
Sun, Mar 1
Des Moines DSMSanto Domingo SDQ
£215
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1 stop
Sun, Mar 1
Des Moines DSMSanto Domingo SDQ
£221
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2 stops
Mon, Mar 2
Des Moines DSMSanto Domingo SDQ
£225
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2 stops
Mon, Mar 2 – Sat, Mar 7
Des Moines DSMSanto Domingo SDQ
£353
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Fri, Mar 6 – Thu, Mar 12
Des Moines DSMSanto Domingo SDQ
£385
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2 stops
Fri, Mar 6 – Wed, Mar 11
Des Moines DSMSanto Domingo SDQ
£385
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1 stop
Sun, Mar 1 – Thu, Mar 5
Des Moines DSMSanto Domingo SDQ
£431
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2 stops
Mon, Mar 2 – Thu, Mar 5
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£442
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Mon, Mar 2 – Thu, Mar 5
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How much do flights to Santo Domingo cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£164

Cheapest round-trip

£353

Average round-trip

£429

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Allegiant Air

Getting from Santo Domingo's airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or private transfer. Best value: public bus (OMSA) or shared shuttle.

Santo Domingo is served by Las Américas International Airport (SDQ), located approximately 30 km east of the city center. This is the main gateway for travelers visiting the Dominican Republic's capital. Various airport transfers to city center destinations are available, including taxis, private transfers, ride-hailing services, public buses, and rental cars. Journey times typically range from 30 minutes to over an hour depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy during peak hours.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

30-50 min

$1,800-$2,500 (DOP 1,800–2,500 (approx. USD 30–42); fixed rate to Zona Colonial)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience and reliability

30-50 min

$2,000-$4,000 (DOP 2,000–4,000 (approx. USD 34–68); pre-booked service)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups or families

30-55 min

$1,200-$2,000 (DOP 1,200–2,000 (approx. USD 20–34); varies with demand)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

budget-conscious travelers

60-90 min

$25-$35 (DOP 25–35 (approx. USD 0.40–0.60); exact fare required)

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

45-75 min

$600-$1,000 (DOP 600–1,000 (approx. USD 10–17); shared with other passengers)

scheduled departures (traffic dependent)

solo travelers on budget

30-50 min

$2,500-$5,000 (DOP 2,500–5,000/day (approx. USD 42–85); plus fuel and tolls)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility and exploration

Notes:

  • Prices in DOP (Dominican Peso); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Traffic between the airport and Santo Domingo city center can be heavy, especially during morning and evening rush hours.
  • Official airport taxis operate with fixed rates to major destinations; agree on the fare before departure.
  • OMSA buses may require a short walk from the airport terminal to the main road.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Santo Domingo

Depart from
Des Moines International
Arrive to
Las Américas International
Average flights per week
172
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Des Moines to Santo Domingo

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Allegiant AirAAYG4No
JetBlue AirwaysJBUB6No
Spirit AirlinesNKSNKNo
United AirlinesUALUANo
Frontier AirlinesFFTF9No

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Santo Domingo

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January28°C20°C
February28°C20°C
March29°C20°C
April29°C21°C
May29°C22°C
June30°C23°C
July30°C23°C
August31°C24°C
September31°C24°C
October30°C23°C
November29°C22°C
December28°C21°C
Hottest Month
31°C
September
Coldest month
20°C
February
Sunny days
251
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
7 Feb
31°C22°C
14 Feb
29°C21°C
Sunday
8 Feb
30°C20°C
15 Feb
85%
29°C22°C
Monday
9 Feb
26°C20°C
16 Feb
63%
30°C21°C
Tuesday
10 Feb
89%
27°C18°C
17 Feb
89%
29°C21°C
Wednesday
11 Feb
87%
27°C18°C
18 Feb
88%
30°C21°C
Thursday
12 Feb
72%
28°C19°C
19 Feb
85%
28°C20°C
Friday
13 Feb
29°C21°C
20 Feb
30°C20°C
Book your trip to arrive at Las Américas International, or La Isabela International. The most popular airlines for this route are Allegiant Air, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and Frontier Airlines. Des Moines and Santo Domingo have 172 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Des Moines?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Des Moines and Las Vegas, Nashville, Phoenix, Istanbul, Austin, Santa Ana, Orlando, Guadalajara, Tampa, Houston, Sarasota, Shanghai, Winnipeg, Montreal, Kathmandu, Punta Gorda, Malé, Boston, Monrovia, Mexico City.
What are the most popular routes to and from Santo Domingo?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Santo Domingo and Miami, Manchester, London, Medellín, San Juan, Atlanta, Bogotá, Houston, New York, Madrid, Glasgow, Philadelphia, Lower Prince's Quarter, Mexico City, Guatemala City, Washington, D.C., Boston, Orlando, Kingston, Tampa.
What airports are near Des Moines?
The main airport in Des Moines is Des Moines International. It is also served by Des Moines International, Eppley Airfield, The Eastern Iowa, Southeast Iowa Regional, Kirksville Regional, Fort Dodge Regional, Mason City Municipal, Waterloo Regional, Sioux Gateway.
What airports are near Santo Domingo?
The main airport in Santo Domingo is Las Américas International. It is also served by Punta Cana International, Cibao International, Gregorio Luperón International, La Romana International, Samaná El Catey International.
Which airlines fly between Des Moines and Santo Domingo?
Currently, you can fly between Des Moines and Santo Domingo with Allegiant Air, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Frontier Airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between Des Moines and Santo Domingo?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Des Moines and Santo Domingo, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Des Moines and Santo Domingo?
Traveling between Des Moines and Santo Domingo, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Des Moines?
There are a number of airports in and around Des Moines. The main one is Des Moines International and other nearby airports include Des Moines International, Eppley Airfield, The Eastern Iowa, Southeast Iowa Regional, Kirksville Regional, Fort Dodge Regional, Mason City Municipal, Waterloo Regional, Sioux Gateway
How many airports are there near Santo Domingo?
There are a number of airports in and around Santo Domingo. The main one is Las Américas International and other nearby airports include Punta Cana International, Cibao International, Gregorio Luperón International, La Romana International, Samaná El Catey International.
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