Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Santo Domingo Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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although no places to grab a bite to eat were open, seats were ample and cushioned, little or no activity was heard and dimmed lights around allowed us to sleep a bit more we thought we might. – ReyRico
SDQ Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Santo Domingo Las Américas International Airport.
What to Expect
Santo Domingo Airport (code: SDQ) comprises a mid-size, modern, three-level terminal with two concourses (A and B). There are almost two dozen eateries, shops and other amenities, though many are on the landside. Eateries and shops close for the night, so plan accordingly if you intend to spend the night. WiFi is available, though working outlets to charge mobile devices are reportedly hard to find. Comfort may be found in one of the airport’s fee-based first-class lounges. See Airport Lounges in the guide below for locations and rates.
Sleeping in Santo Domingo Airport
Reviewers report that airside has more comfortable and available seating than landside because some seating areas are close and others are especially noisy. If you plan to spend the night at the airport, check in with your bags before check-in closes so that you can pass through security to the airside. For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport. See the Airport Hotels section below for locations, or read traveller airport reviews for more tips.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
No dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones exist. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Santo Domingo Airport Hotels
Quick Facts
Nearest Hotel: Within a 10-minute drive from the airport
Sleep Cabins or Pods: No
Day Rooms: No
Nearby Hotels with Free Shuttles: No
When the prospect of sleeping on the floor or in a chair gives you nightmares, there is good news for those who are looking to sleep at Santo Domingo Airport in comfort. If you are on a layover, you must pass through immigration/security as there is no transit hotel or accommodation on the airside. A few hotels can be found within a 10-minute drive from the airport, but none had shuttles at the time of this update.
- Hampton by Hilton Santo Domingo Airport – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
- Quality Hotel Real Aeropuerto Santo Domingo – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Santo Domingo Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door or through a lounge membership program. Visit the individual lounge page for more details about the lounge itself and learn how to gain access with just an economy class ticket!
- Sala VIP Caribe – Location: Terminal A, Airside. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.
- Copa Club – Location: Terminal B, North Concourse, Gate B4. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.
Related Pages: Santo Domingo Airport Lounges
Drinking Water
A reader tells us that water bottle refill stations are not available.
Food & Drinks
Food concessions throughout the airport operate with varying schedules. At the time of this update, we could not confirm whether there are any 24-hour dining options.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
Mobile Charging
At the time of this update, we had no information about mobile charging availability. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Showers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi / Internet
Free unlimited WiFi is available at Santo Domingo Airport. Connect to the “Vinci Airports WiFi” network.
More Airport Information
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Location: Landside, first level.
Baby Care Facilities – Baby changing facilities can be found in some washrooms.
Baggage Trolleys – Need a hand with your luggage? Baggage trolleys are available free of charge.
Banking Services – Services are available at two locations: Banreservas (Landside, 1st Level. Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) • Popular Bank (Landside, 1st Level. Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM).
Currency Exchange – Services are available. Location and hours: unknown. In addition, there are two banks at the airport that may be of assistance.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Dufry Duty-Free is available airside, along with an assortment of shops landside on the 2nd floor.
Information Desk – Information desks are available. Location: unknown.
Luggage Wrapping – Yes.
Pharmacy – There is a pharmacy available on the 2nd floor.
SIM Cards – A reader tells us, “there is a Claro store after exiting baggage claim. A SIM card with 8 gb for five days is $7 USD.” (June 2023)
Video Games – Funtastico offers video games for children and adults. Location: Food Court, Third Level.
Car Rentals
These car rental agencies offer service on-site, in the Arrivals Hall near the North Terminal: Amerirent • Avis • Budget • Dollar • Europcar • Hertz • Honda • Meta Rent-a-Car • National / Alamo • Nelly Rent-a-Car • Payless • Sixt • Thrifty.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Taxis
Taxis are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area. There are no meters, so negotiate a fare with the driver before starting your journey. For safety reasons, it’s highly recommended to pre-arrange your ride to and from the airport with a reputable taxi or tour company. Also available at the airport, shared-ride minivans offer an economical alternative to taxis.
Last updated: 2024-08-26
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.