Travelling from Santa Marta Airport (SMR) to Bogota Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Santa Marta Airport to Bogota Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Bogota's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Santa Marta.
Flights from SMR to BOG start at 06:53 — the first with LATAM Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:05 with LATAM Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 161 weekly Santa Marta Airport to Bogota Airport flights.
Your SMR to BOG flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as November? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Santa Marta Airport to Bogota Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Bogota (and then other parts of Colombia) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Avianca.
The most punctual carrier that offers SMR to BOG flights is LATAM Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 70.63% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santa Marta Airport to Bogota Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SMR and BOG:
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport
Cali Airport
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Marta Airport (SMR) to Bogota Airport (BOG)
Currently, $37 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Santa Marta Airport to Bogota Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $91. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book three months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SMR to BOG.
The cheapest month for flights from Santa Marta Airport to Bogota Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Picking up cheap flights from SMR to BOG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Santa Marta Airport (SMR)
71% of flights leaving from Santa Marta Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Santa Marta Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Santa Marta. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near SMR? If you're boarding an early flight from Santa Marta Airport to Bogota Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bogota Airport (BOG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Santa Marta Airport to Bogota Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BOG instead:
Follow your own route with a Bogota Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and see more of Bogota and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Bogota Airport about one week before your trip.
When to fly to Bogota Airport (BOG)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Santa Marta Airport to Bogota Airport. November is the busiest month to head to Bogota. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Santa Marta Airport to Bogota Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 20ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SMR to BOG in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres south-west of Bogota, a visit to Cali will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.
Around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota, Medellin is another essential stop in Colombia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.