Airports in the DR

Airports in the DR

Everything you need to know about arriving at Dominican Republic airports

Getting There

Major International Airports

The Dominican Republic has excellent air connectivity with 8 international airports. Here are the four main ones serving the most popular tourist destinations.

PUJ

Punta Cana International Airport

Aeropuerto Internacional de Punta Cana

Punta Cana, La Altagracia Province

The busiest airport in the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean, handling over 7 million passengers annually. It's the main gateway for tourists visiting the eastern coast resorts. The airport features unique open-air terminals with thatched roofs that give you a tropical welcome the moment you arrive.

7.5M+ annually Passengers
2 terminals Terminals
Direct resort access (15-45 min) To City/Resorts
Major Airlines: American, Delta, United, JetBlue, Air Canada, British Airways, Condor, TUI
💡 Most Punta Cana resorts are 15-45 minutes from the airport. Pre-book your transfer for a smooth arrival.
SDQ

Las Américas International Airport

Aeropuerto Internacional Las Américas José Francisco Peña Gómez

Santo Domingo, National District

The main airport serving the capital city of Santo Domingo. Named after José Francisco Peña Gómez, it's the country's second-busiest airport and the primary hub for domestic connections. Located about 20 minutes east of the colonial city center.

4M+ annually Passengers
1 terminal (2 levels) Terminals
20 min to Zona Colonial To City/Resorts
Major Airlines: JetBlue, Spirit, Copa, Avianca, Air France, Iberia
💡 If visiting Santo Domingo, this is your airport. Taxis to Zona Colonial cost about $30-40 USD. Use authorized taxi stands only.
STI

Cibao International Airport

Aeropuerto Internacional del Cibao

Santiago de los Caballeros

Serving the Cibao Valley region and the country's second-largest city, Santiago. This modern airport is a convenient gateway for travelers heading to the northern coast, including Cabarete and Sosúa. It also serves the agricultural heartland of the DR.

1.5M+ annually Passengers
1 terminal Terminals
15 min to Santiago center To City/Resorts
Major Airlines: JetBlue, Spirit, United, Copa
💡 Best airport for reaching Cabarete, Sosúa, and the north coast. About 1.5 hours to Puerto Plata by car.
POP

Gregorio Luperón International Airport

Aeropuerto Internacional Gregorio Luperón

Puerto Plata, North Coast

The gateway to the Amber Coast and Puerto Plata province. Named after the Dominican independence hero, this airport serves the popular north coast resort areas including Playa Dorada, Sosúa, and Cabarete.

1M+ annually Passengers
1 terminal Terminals
20 min to Puerto Plata To City/Resorts
Major Airlines: JetBlue, WestJet, Sunwing, Condor, TUI
💡 Ideal for north coast vacations. Many charter flights from Canada and Europe arrive here during winter season.
Be Prepared

Arrival Tips & Information

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Tourist Card

A $10 USD tourist card fee is typically included in your airline ticket. If not, you can purchase it at the airport. It's valid for 30 days.

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Immigration Wait Times

Expect 20-45 minutes at immigration during peak hours. Have your passport, return ticket, and hotel address ready. E-Ticket form can be filled online at eticket.migracion.gob.do.

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Customs Allowances

You can bring $500 USD worth of goods duty-free, plus 1 liter of alcohol and 200 cigarettes. Declare any amounts over $10,000 USD in cash.

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Getting Connected

Free WiFi is available at all major airports. For mobile data, consider getting an eSIM before your trip or purchasing a local SIM card at airport kiosks.

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Ground Transportation

Pre-arranged hotel transfers are the easiest option. Official taxi stands are outside arrivals. Agree on the fare before getting in. Uber operates in Santo Domingo.

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Safety Tips

Only use authorized transportation. Don't leave bags unattended. Keep valuables secure. Exchange money at official cambios or ATMs, not with street vendors.