{"response": {"Key": "YTO-DO", "orig": {"code": "YTO", "type": "airport", "city": "Toronto", "fullCity": "Toronto, Ontario", "airport": "Pearson Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "DO", "type": "country", "country": "Dominican Republic"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "Which cities in Dominican Republic can I fly to from Toronto?", "answer": "From Toronto you can fly non-stop to Punta Cana, Puerto Plata, La Romana, and Santo Domingo. Punta Cana is the main resort area, while Santo Domingo offers history and culture. Puerto Plata and La Romana serve smaller beach regions. One-stop options via U.S. hubs like Miami or New York open up additional cities such as Santiago."}, "q1": {"question": "How long is the flight from Toronto to Dominican Republic?", "answer": "From Toronto to the Dominican Republic, non-stop flights to Punta Cana take about 4 hours 15 minutes to 4½ hours southbound and roughly 4 hours northbound. One-stop routes to cities like Santo Domingo or Puerto Plata typically last 6 to 9 hours depending on the connection."}, "q2": {"question": "Are there direct flights from Toronto to Dominican Republic?", "answer": "Yes, non-stop flights from Toronto to the Dominican Republic are widely available. You can fly non-stop to Punta Cana, Puerto Plata, Santo Domingo and La Romana on airlines like Air Canada, WestJet, Sunwing and Air Transat. Flight time to Punta Cana is about four hours southbound and slightly longer on the return."}, "q3": {"question": "Which airlines fly from Toronto to Dominican Republic?", "answer": "From Toronto to the Dominican Republic, Air Canada, WestJet, Sunwing, and Air Transat offer nonstop flights. One-stop options include American via Miami and Copa via Panama."}, "q6": {"question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in Dominican Republic?", "answer": "In the Dominican Republic, most travelers head to Punta Cana for all-inclusive resorts, Santo Domingo for colonial history and culture, Puerto Plata for beaches and adventure, La Romana for luxury and golf and Samaná for eco-tourism and whale watching."}, "q8": {"question": "Which airports in Dominican Republic are best to fly into from Toronto?", "answer": "From Toronto to the Dominican Republic, Punta Cana International Airport is the top choice for all-inclusive resorts along the east coast. Santo Domingo’s Las Américas International Airport works well for the capital, colonial sights and connections to the south. Puerto Plata’s Gregorio Luperón International Airport best serves the north coast’s beach resorts."}, "q12": {"question": "When is the best time of year to visit Dominican Republic?", "answer": "For the Dominican Republic, the best time is December to April, when you get sunny skies and lower humidity. Summer and fall are hotter, rainier and bring hurricane risk, while spring and late autumn can offer lighter crowds but less reliable weather."}, "q13": {"question": "How do I get to Pearson Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Toronto, the fastest and most popular way to reach Toronto Pearson International Airport is the Union Pearson Express train, which departs from Union Station and reaches Terminal 1 in about 25 minutes with frequent service. Public transit buses like the TTC’s 900 Airport Express and various regional routes offer a cheaper alternative, though travel times vary with traffic. Ride‑share services and taxis provide door‑to‑door convenience at a higher cost, while driving and parking on‑site is possible with options ranging from short‑term to long‑term lots.", "toolsUsed": ["article_lookup"], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toronto%20Pearson%20International%20Airport", "title": "Toronto Pearson International Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T12:19:44Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lester_B._Pearson_International_Airport", "title": "Toronto Pearson International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2002-10-25T23:49:40Z"}, {"url": "https://cdn.torontopearson.com/en/departures/ready-to-depart", "title": "Get ready to depart | Pearson Airport", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.torontopearson.com/en/transportation-and-parking/long-distance-travel-options/via-rail", "title": "Connect to VIA Rail train from Toronto Pearson Airport | Pearson Airport", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pearson_Airport_station", "title": "Pearson Airport station", "time_published": "2026-06-13T03:08:52Z"}]}}}}