Las Américas International Airport

Las Américas International Airport is roughly 20 to 30 km (12 to 19 miles) east of Santo Domingo's city center, at Punta Caucedo on the coast. The drive along the Autopista Las Américas usually takes 30 to 45 minutes, longer at rush hour. Official taxis, Uber and pre-booked cars go door to door to the Colonial Zone, the Malecón and Piantini.

Yes. SDQ is the IATA code of Las Américas International Airport, whose full name is Las Américas International Airport José Francisco Peña Gómez. Locals often call it AILA or simply Las Américas. It is the main international airport for Santo Domingo, and most flights to the capital land here.

Las Américas has one passenger terminal building with two wings, Terminal A and Terminal B, joined around a central atrium with shops, restaurants and the security area. Gates A2 to A6 are on the satellite concourse of Terminal A, and gates B1 to B4 are in Terminal B. A new terminal is under construction and expected to open in 2028.

JetBlue is the largest airline at SDQ, flying to New York, Boston, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando and San Juan. Arajet is based here and flies across the Caribbean and Latin America. American, Delta, United, Copa, Avianca, Aeroméxico, Iberia, Air Europa, World2Fly, Condor and Air Caraïbes add flights to the US, Latin America and Europe.

Yes. Every traveler entering or leaving the Dominican Republic by air needs the free e-Ticket, completed online at eticket.migracion.gob.do before airline check-in. It replaces the old paper immigration, customs and health forms and creates a QR code that officers scan at immigration. Visa rules depend on your nationality, so check them before you fly.

Usually not. The Dominican tourist card fee is included in most airline tickets, so most visitors do not buy anything on arrival. If you are unsure, check your ticket's tax breakdown or ask your airline before you fly. The free e-Ticket is a separate online form that every traveler must still complete.

Yes. Official airport taxis wait at the taxi stand outside arrivals and run around the clock. Fares are set by destination rather than by meter, so confirm the price for your hotel before you get in. The ride to the city center usually takes 30 to 45 minutes, depending on traffic on the Autopista Las Américas.

Yes. Uber picks up passengers at Las Américas International Airport from signposted pickup areas, which vary by the type of service you request. Follow the app's directions to your pickup point and check the car and driver details before getting in. At busy times, finding your car can take a few minutes.

There is no airport express bus or train to Santo Domingo. Local minibuses called guaguas run along the Autopista Las Américas toward the city and Boca Chica, but they have little room for luggage and do not stop at the terminal door. Most travelers take a taxi, Uber or a pre-booked car instead.

Boca Chica is the closest beach to the airport, about 10 to 15 minutes east along the coast. Juan Dolio is farther east, roughly 25 to 35 minutes away, depending on traffic. Both are reached along the Autopista Las Américas, and the airport sits between them and the capital.

Yes. Terminal B has a Copa Club, operated with United Airlines, for eligible Copa and Star Alliance passengers. The Sala Caribe VIP Lounge, past security in the boarding area, admits holders of lounge programs such as Priority Pass. Check entry rules with your airline or card provider before you travel.

The Dominican Republic uses the Dominican peso (DOP), and exchange desks and ATMs are inside the airport terminal. The country is on Atlantic Standard Time, UTC-4, all year, with no daylight saving time, so Santo Domingo matches US Eastern time in summer and is one hour ahead of it in winter.

Aerodom runs about 1,000 parking spaces close to the terminal building, within walking distance, including a long-stay system opened in December 2025. Extra remote lots open only when those spaces are full, with a minibus shuttle to the terminal. Check current options with Aerodom before you travel, especially in the holiday season.

We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.

Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.

Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.

Regular vans carry up to 9 passengers, semi-buses up to 16, and luxury SUVs up to 6 passengers.

Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.

Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.

Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.

Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.

You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.

PayPal is our main payment method; a cash option is also available when booking through our website. Credit cards are accepted through PayPal.

Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.

During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.

Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.

No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.

Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.

Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.

Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.

All prices are in USD. Via PayPal you can pay in almost any currency; cash payments accept USD only.

We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.

Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.

Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.