Discover Old World charms with cheap flights to the Dominican Republic

Flights to the Dominican Republic: need to know

Cheap airline tickets to the Dominican Republic

The Caribbean is calling! Planning your vacation in the Dominican Republic? We can't blame you! Search for cheap flights to the Dominican Republic's Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) or Cibao International Airport (STI) in Santiago. A dozen airlines fly non-stop to the Dominican Republic from New York City, so take your pick!

When to book the cheapest flights to the Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic enjoys warm and sunny weather almost year-round. The only thing that changes by the season is the rainfall so best avoid the island from June to October when hurricane season is at its worst.

• Peak season: Winter, mainly November to March.
• Low season: Summer, hurricane season.

Flight duration

A non-stop flight to the Dominican Republic from New York takes 4 hours.

Experience the Dominican Republic: sights, tours and activities

There's one reason why the Dominican Republic is famous around the world: the beaches. But there's a lot more to this Caribbean island than just its long stretches of smooth sand. The tropical rain forests, mountains, colonial towns even sugar plantations are sure to tempt. Get ready to explore!

Essentials in the Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo: The first European city in the New World was built in the Dominican Republic by Christopher Columbus'brother. The city's rich heritage and architecture are just incredible so don't miss the Colonial Zone and a walk down Malecon, the city's waterfront boulevard.

Punta Cana: Looking for a beach party? Take your rental car to Punta Cana on the eastern coast. This is the best place to do water sports and swim with dolphins, plus the scenery is absolutely stunning.

Bonao: This place is off the beaten track way off but the effort is well worth the reward. This rural village is at the foot of emerald green mountains and is the perfect place to jump off from if you want to visit rainforest waterfalls.

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Hotels and accommodation in the Dominican Republic

The Dominical Republic has plenty of hotels. You'll find it all from chic and rustic apartments to all-inclusive resorts right on the beach. The cities also have hotels and hostels in every price range.