Flying from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Santo Domingo is 7 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Santo Domingo is UTC-4. The city is 1 hour behind Sao Paulo, where Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ). You can select from 35 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GRU to SDQ is the 05:25 Arajet service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:50 with Arajet.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from GRU to Santo Domingo. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Santo Domingo are available for booking. Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is where you'll step off the plane.
Book your seat with Arajet. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Santo Domingo.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from GRU to Santo Domingo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
If you have a passport from Brazil and plan to travel to Dominican Republic for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the length of your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Santo Domingo.
Located around 26 kilometers from central Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to GRU? If you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Santo Domingo, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Santo Domingo
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Santo Domingo is $158. The cheapest price for a return flight is $388. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from GRU to Santo Domingo by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Santo Domingo. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to central Santo Domingo is around 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Santo Domingo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SDQ:
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Once your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Santo Domingo has landed, you can make your way to the city center in about 27 minutes by car. Central Santo Domingo is roughly 19 kilometers from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ).
Confortable, Quiet And Secure is one accommodation option within an easy drive of JBQ. Drop your bags here after your flight from GRU to Santo Domingo and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Santo Domingo. August is the busiest month to travel to Santo Domingo. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
When booking your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Santo Domingo, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Santo Domingo, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from GRU to Santo Domingo in February when temperatures average between 19ºC and 29ºC.
More about Santo Domingo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Santo Domingo right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Santo Domingo:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Alcazar de Colon, National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) and National Palace are must-visits when exploring Santo Domingo.
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