Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
Santo Domingo is 5 hours behind Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located. Santo Domingo operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from BCN to Santo Domingo. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from BCN to Santo Domingo. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
To enter Dominican Republic for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Spain. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the length and purpose of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Santo Domingo.
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Barcelona, BCN can be reached in approximately 24 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport takes roughly 33 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to BCN? If you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Santo Domingo, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Santo Domingo
RM1,951 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Santo Domingo. A return flight starts from RM3,248. These fares may change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from BCN to Santo Domingo, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Santo Domingo across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Santo Domingo. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 31 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Santo Domingo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SDQ instead:
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Santo Domingo. Following your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Santo Domingo, it'll take you around 27 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Unpack your bag and relax not long after your flight from BCN to Santo Domingo at Confortable, Quiet And Secure. This comfortable accommodation option is a short drive from JBQ.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
August is the most popular month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Santo Domingo. To escape the crowds, head for Santo Domingo in May when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Santo Domingo for September to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from BCN to Santo Domingo in February when temperatures average between 19ºC and 29ºC.
More about Santo Domingo
After booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Santo Domingo, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santo Domingo:
Alcazar de Colon and National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Santo Domingo to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Palace.
Complete your Santo Domingo trip with a car rental
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