Cibao International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 34m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Cibao International Airport
Cibao International Airport, also known as Santiago Airport, is located in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic's second-largest city. The airport is located 15 kilometers (9.3 mi) southeast of Santiago City's center.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
MDSTNOTAMs
MDSTReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 8,595 ft / 2,620 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | SANTIAGO APP | 119.000 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | SANTIAGO TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Services & operations
Santiago Cibao Airport has three terminals for international, domestic, and cargo flights.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: E (from about 90°), on 30% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 72% | 1,512 ft | |
| Feb | 68% | 1,468 ft | |
| Mar | 71% | 1,624 ft | |
| Apr | 69% | 1,742 ft | |
| May | 73% | 1,878 ft | |
| Jun | 80% | 1,951 ft | |
| Jul | 81% | 1,914 ft | |
| Aug | 84% | 1,988 ft | |
| Sep | 84% | 2,017 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | 1,972 ft | |
| Nov | 78% | 1,797 ft | |
| Dec | 72% | 1,587 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,468–2,017 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cibao International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cibao International Airport?
The ICAO code for Cibao International Airport is MDST, and its IATA code is STI.
Where is Cibao International Airport located?
Cibao International Airport is large airport located in Santiago, Dominican Republic, at an elevation of 565 ft (172 m).
How many runways does Cibao International Airport have?
Cibao International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,595 ft / 2,620 m.
Which airlines fly to Cibao International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Cibao International Airport include Aereonautica militare, American Airlines, Copa Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways, Seaborne Airlines, among 8 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Cibao International Airport?
Historical data lists 8 nonstop destinations from Cibao International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Cibao International Airport in?
Cibao International Airport is in the America/Santo Domingo time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cibao International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cibao International Airport is approximately 11.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cibao International Airport?
The nearest airport to Cibao International Airport is El Ranchito Airport (MDER), about 18.9 nm to the se, followed by Gregorio Luperon International Airport and Peñuela / Esperanza Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cibao International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.