Douglas-Charles Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
DOM
ICAO Code
TDPD
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
Unknown

Douglas‑Charles Airport (DOM) is Dominica’s main airport for regional commercial flights and is located on the northeastern side of the island. It is a small airport with a single passenger terminal focused on regional and inter‑Caribbean services.

The facility is compact and designed for shorter flights with straightforward arrivals and departures.

Douglas-Charles Airport
Elevation: 22 m
15.5464, -61.3005

Terminal Guide for Douglas-Charles Airport #

The airport operates from one small passenger terminal that handles check‑in, security and arrivals in a single building. Facilities are limited compared with larger international airports.

Because the terminal is small, movement between check‑in, security and gates is by walking; there are no inter‑terminal transfers.

Getting to and From Douglas-Charles Airport #

Ground transport options are primarily taxis and private transfers; rental cars may be available. Travel times to island towns vary widely because of the island’s road network - expect longer drives than straight‑line distance implies.

  • Car / driving: Rental cars are available at or near the airport from local suppliers; roads can be narrow and winding.
  • Taxis & transfers: Taxis and prearranged private transfers are the most common way to reach hotels and towns.
  • Public transit: Limited public bus services may exist but schedules and reliability vary; rely on taxis or booked transfers for timely connections.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Douglas-Charles Airport #

Facilities are basic and aimed at short regional operations: a small number of concessions, check‑in counters and baggage claim.

  • Lounges: No major airline lounges are expected.
  • Food & drink: Limited food and drink options inside the terminal; bring snacks or water if arriving late.
  • Wi‑Fi: Wi‑Fi availability may be limited; do not rely on high‑speed connections for important tasks.
  • Charging & seating: Seating is available though charging points may be limited.
  • Accessibility: Basic accessibility services are provided; check with your carrier for assistance needs.

Tips for Douglas-Charles Airport #

  • Road access to Roseau can be long: Douglas‑Charles Airport sits on the northeast of Dominica; travel to the capital Roseau can take considerably longer than island distance suggests due to winding roads.
  • Small terminal: Expect a compact terminal with limited food and retail options - bring essentials on arrival if needed.
  • Check flight connectivity: Many services are regional; confirm onward connections carefully as schedules can change.

Weather & Climate near Douglas-Charles Airport #

Climate

Douglas-Charles Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2237 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 31 Good
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryMarchApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 29°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

84 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 29°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.5h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm).

82 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 29°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

173 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

158 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (171 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

171 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (231 mm).

68 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

231 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (259 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 31°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

259 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (279 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

279 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

November

November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (296 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

296 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

December

December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (215 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 29°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

215 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.1h daylight

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