Santo Domingo's domestic and regional relief airport.
Opened
1994
Location
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
La Isabela International Airport, officially known as Dr. Joaquín Balaguer International Airport, is located in the La Isabela district of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. It primarily serves domestic routes and some regional flights, functioning as a secondary airport to relieve traffic from Las Américas International Airport.
The airport is operated by Aerodom (Aeropuertos Dominicanos Siglo XXI) and handles a mix of charter, domestic, and light regional traffic. Its relatively compact infrastructure makes it well-suited for smaller aircraft and lower passenger volumes compared to the country's main international gateway.
Terminals
The airport has a single passenger terminal designed to handle domestic and limited regional operations.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible by taxi and private vehicle, located within the northern metropolitan area of Santo Domingo with no dedicated rail or bus rapid transit link.
Airlines here
Airlines operating at La Isabela have included Air Century and other smaller Dominican carriers serving domestic destinations.
Notable facts
- ›Officially named Dr. Joaquín Balaguer International Airport after the former Dominican president.
- ›Serves as a domestic relief airport for Santo Domingo, complementing Las Américas International Airport.
- ›Operated by Aerodom, the concession company managing several Dominican airports.
- ›Located in the La Isabela neighborhood in the northern part of Santo Domingo.
- ›Primarily handles light aircraft, charter flights, and short-haul regional services.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
