Travelling from Toronto to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo, there's a range of airports you can take off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are some of Toronto's main terminals.
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) and Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) are Santo Domingo's chief entry points.
On average, direct flights from Toronto to Santo Domingo take 4 hours 30 minutes. Santo Domingo and Toronto are in the same timezone (UTC-4), meaning you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
You can pick from 26 services a week between Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Las Americas International Airport (SDQ). YYZ to SDQ is the most popular route when reserving flights from Toronto to Santo Domingo.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You'll need an embassy visa for Dominican Republic if you hold a passport from Canada and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Toronto to Santo Domingo, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes approximately 49 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from the centre of Toronto in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 39 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo, chill out in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
Arriving in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is around 32 kilometres from central Santo Domingo. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 31 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo. Book one of these accommodation options near SDQ instead:
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Santo Domingo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo, allow for a drive time of approximately 27 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Santo Domingo
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Santo Domingo is 133 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 294 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Toronto to Santo Domingo.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Toronto to Santo Domingo. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Santo Domingo
August is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to Santo Domingo. To skip the crowds, visit Santo Domingo in May.
Before booking a flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo, think about the kind of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in Santo Domingo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Santo Domingo in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Santo Domingo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Santo Domingo right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo:
Alcazar de Colon and National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Santo Domingo itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Palace.
Complete your Santo Domingo trip with a car rental
Explore our range of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Toronto to Santo Domingo. Whether you're searching for an economy ride, a standard vehicle or something with all the extras, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.
