Las Américas International Airport (SDQ)

Arrivals follow a structured single-building sequence from international gates to the ground-floor exit.

• Complete the mandatory Dominican Republic digital entry form (E-Ticket) online prior to landing.
• Proceed through immigration control where border officials verify your passport and electronic entry QR code.
• Descend to the ground-level baggage reclaim hall to collect checked luggage from designated carousels.
• Pass through customs clearance, where baggage is subject to standard X-ray scanning and inspection.
• Exit into the public arrivals area to access taxis, rideshare pickup points, car rentals, and currency desks.

• Taxi

  SICHALA (Airport Taxi Association)

  Official airport taxis operate from marked desks outside the arrivals hall, offering fixed zone fares to central Santo Domingo.

  Time:

  Roughly 30-45 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Typically USD 30-40 (approx. DOP 1,800-2,400)

• Ride-hailing

  Uber

  Rideshare pick-ups are available outside the terminal complex, subject to driver availability and localized curb pick-up zones.

  Time:

  Roughly 30-45 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Typically USD 15-25

• Car rental

  Car Rental

  Major international and national car rental brands maintain counters inside the arrivals hall, providing direct access to the Autopista Las Américas.

  Time:

  Roughly 30-45 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Varies depending on rental provider and vehicle class

• Bus

  Public Minibus (Guagua)

  Local public minibuses operate along the main highway outside the airport perimeter, offering basic transport towards central transit hubs.

  Time:

  Roughly 45-60 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Typically DOP 100-200

Transfers require passengers to navigate between gates within the single terminal complex.

• Connecting international passengers typically clear immigration and customs unless luggage is checked through to the final destination.
• Terminal A and Terminal B are physically connected inside a single terminal structure, allowing walk-through transfers.
• Re-check baggage with your onward airline at the departure counters if bags were not checked through.

Wireless internet connectivity is provided throughout the passenger terminals.

• Free Wi-Fi access is available across passenger concourses by connecting to the airport network.
• Access requires accepting standard terms and conditions on a web portal landing page.
• Local mobile SIM cards can be purchased from telecommunication kiosks located in the landside arrivals concourse.

Banking and currency services are accessible in both landside and airside zones.

• Automated teller machines (ATMs) dispensing Dominican Pesos (DOP) are located in the departure and arrival halls.
• Currency exchange counters operate within the arrivals area, accepting major currencies including US Dollars and Euros.
• Payment cards are accepted at most airport retail outlets, dining establishments, and official car rental desks.

Dining choices range from international chains to local Dominican eateries.

• Airside departure concourses feature food court zones with quick-service outlets, cafes, and bars.
• Landside public areas offer basic coffee shops and light refreshment options for arriving passengers and visitors.
• Dominican and standard international foods are available throughout both terminal sections.

Premium passenger lounges operate in both airside departure zones.

• VIP lounges are located past security control in Terminal A and Terminal B.
• Entry is accessible via airline status, eligible lounge membership schemes, or single-entry pass purchases.
• Lounge amenities include air-conditioned seating, complimentary refreshments, private restrooms, and dedicated Wi-Fi.

Accommodation is situated along the main highway corridors near the airport.

• No hotel is directly attached to the terminal building, but several properties are within a 10 to 15-minute drive.
• Nearby hotels along the Autopista Las Américas provide accommodation suitable for short layovers.
• Arrangements for airport transfers should be confirmed directly with chosen hotel providers prior to arrival.

Baggage reclaim and luggage handling services are located on the ground level.

• Luggage carousels are located immediately following the immigration hall.
• Baggage assistance desks for delayed or damaged items are managed by airline ground handlers within the reclaim room.
• Luggage wrapping services operate on the landside departures level prior to security check-in.

Basic travel support facilities are provided for families with young children.

• Baby-changing facilities are integrated into key restroom blocks in departure and arrival halls.
• Lifts and floor ramps connect all terminal levels to accommodate pushchairs and strollers.
• Family priority lanes are occasionally opened at border control during high-density arrival periods.

• Automated Teller Machines (ATMs)
• Currency Exchange Counters
• Duty-Free Shops
• Food Courts
• VIP Lounges
• Car Rental Desks
• Information Desk
• Tourist Police (POLITUR) Desk

Local emergency number: 911

• Dial 911 for all national emergency services including police, ambulance, and fire services.
• First-aid and airport medical assistance facilities are accessible inside the terminal building.
• For lost passports or legal incidents, contact the airport Tourist Police (POLITUR) desk and your country's embassy in Santo Domingo.

• Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
• Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
• Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
• Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
• Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
• Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
• Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
• Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.

Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.

• https://www.aerodom.com/Official airport source
• https://migracion.gob.do/Government source
• https://www.aduanas.gob.do/Government source
• https://911.gob.do/Government source
• https://mitur.gob.do/Government source