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 Official Las Americas Airport Taxi Service

 

Official Las Americas Airport Taxi Recommendations


 
IHateTaxis.com has a mixed recommendation on the official Las Americas Airport taxi service.

Taxis are very appealing option for Las Americas airport transfers as you can enjoy the view than struggle with maps and unfamiliar driving procedures. Although taxis can be somewhat pricey, the opportunity to sit back and take in the beauty of the Dominican Republic is one that many vacationers find priceless.

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Official Las Americas Airport Taxi Rates & Fares

Las Americas Airport taxi rates given here are in the local currency (DOP or Dominican Republic Peso). Use our currency converter or the cheat sheet to the left if you would like to convert to your currency. Note that Las Americas Airport taxi rates given here are for official taxis and unofficial or pirate taxis (discussed below) may be different. Drivers will also accept USD and EUR.


  • SDQ airport taxis are unmetered so you will need to negotiate a fare before your journey begins. Many popular destinations will be covered by a rate table; otherwise you will need to make arrangements with your driver.


    Prepare to spend DOP 45 as a starting fare, and anticipate a rate of DOP 5/kilometre (your driver will be the one to determine how far you have traveled at the end of your trip). An alternative is to offer your driver a rate of DOP 100 per hour, which can make it easier to estimate your fare.


    Taxis charge anywhere from DOP 1000 to DOP 1500 for the drive from the airport into Santo Domingo.


    Caro publicos are generally less expensive than traditional taxis, averaging around DOP 10 per passenger. Drivers require exact change, so be sure to have a variety of cash denominations on hand.



 
Santo Domingo Taxi Payment: Cash only
Drivers will also accept USD and EUR.
Santo Domingo Taxi Tipping Recommendation: Tipping recommended, 10%



Official Las Americas Airport Taxi Details

Las Americas Airport Taxi

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Taxis in the Dominican Republic are as unique as the country itself. The vehicles may range from newer model vehicles complete with air-conditioning to large publicos, a type of bus-taxi hybrid.


At the SDQ airport, there is taxi service that offers Las Americas airport transfers to any destination in the country.


SDQ airport taxis are available on the first level of Terminal A (South).


The transportation union authorized by the Ministry of Tourism to operate taxis at the airport is SICHALA. Look for well-marked cars.




 Unofficial Las Americas Airport Taxi Service or Hire Points

 

Caro publicos resemble regular taxis, but have specified posted routes like buses. Each car will fill to capacity and will pick up and drop off passengers at any point. You may tell the driver your stop when you get in, or simply point it out and give a yell when you near your destination.



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When selecting a taxi, steer clear of the private cars you may find waiting outside airports, docks, and hotels. Instead, look for a well-marked car and then ask to see the driver's ID card. Do not accept a ride from an unlicensed operator.




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Last Updated: 18 Feb 2024