Traveling to the Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is a popular destination for many vacationers, and the island is easily reached by airplane or ship.

Air Travel

Airports are abundant on the Dominican Republic, which has the most international airports of all the Caribbean Islands. Direct flights to the island are available from around the world, including cities in North America, Australia, and the United Kingdom.  A flight from Miami might take around 90 minutes, while those arriving from Europe might spend eight hours or more in the air, especially if they have a layover in the United States. 

Air travel into the country can be somewhat confusing because the island is so big. To avoid potential delays, travelers should fly into the airport closest to where they will be staying.  Las Américas International Airport is the closest airport to the capital city of Santo Domingo, while Punta Cana International Airport, La Romana Casa de Campo International Airport, and several others are also options. 

Cruising

Many cruise lines offer service to the island as a part of their Caribbean cruise vacations.  Much like with airports, there are numerous large seaports on the Republic where cruise ships frequently dock, including Barahona, La Romana, Manzanillo, Puerto Plata, San Pedro de Macoris, and Santo Domingo.  Where the ship docks is entirely up to the discretion of the cruise line, and you can find out where you'll be making port by looking at the daily itinerary.  From that point, you'll be able to determine which areas of the Dominican Republic you have easy access to.  If you opt out of a ship sponsored excursion you might consider spending your day on the island at a beach or shopping. 

Sailing

With many improvements having been made in recent years to the sailing facilities and customs procedures on the island, yachting to the Dominican Republic is a more popular choice than ever before.  The beautiful waters surrounding the island offer varied intensity so that no matter your skill level you will find it easy to make port.  The waters on the south coast are known for their calm conditions, while the north coast can be rough.  Adventurers can make the journey alone, but hiring a crewed charter is also a popular alternative.  This is perfect for those who love to sail, but aren't necessarily adept at it and would feel more comfortable with a seasoned captain at the helm.   Learn more about sailing to the Dominican Republic, including customs procedures and fees when you click here.

Enjoy a relaxing cruise or hop a short flight to get to your tropical vacation in the Dominican Republic.