Travelling from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Santo Domingo is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt flying out of Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) or Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ).
Hop off your plane in Frankfurt at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
A direct flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt takes an average of 9 hours 22 minutes. The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which is 5 hours ahead of Santo Domingo.
The most popular route for flights from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt is from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Take your pick of 2 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SDQ to FRA is the 17:30 Condor service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 23:05 with Condor.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you have a passport from Dominican Republic, you will need an embassy visa to enter Germany. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before flying.
Flying from Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Set off from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) on a nonstop flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt. From SDQ, you can fly straight to Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
When taking off from SDQ, you can catch a direct flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt with Condor.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see your options departing from Las Americas International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
To reach SDQ from central Santo Domingo, it'll take around 31 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Las Americas International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
Split up your flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Las Americas International Airport and Frankfurt are:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
JBQ is approximately 19 kilometres from central Santo Domingo. It'll take you 27 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
Prepare for your flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt by booking a place to stay close to Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport. Confortable, Quiet And Secure is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 37 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is roughly 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Once you've disembarked your flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt, allow for a drive time of approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt:
How to find the cheapest flights from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt
$761 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt. A return flight starts from $1,675. These fares can change based on demand.
Book 9 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Frankfurt
February is the quietest month for flights from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Frankfurt right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Santo Domingo to Frankfurt:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are top attractions which should feature on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
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