Flying from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Santa Marta.
You can choose from 56 weekly Simon Bolivar International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flights. The 06:43 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. LATAM Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:05.
Leave plenty of time to make your SMR to MDE flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. When you're ready to start your Medellin adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Colombia:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is AVIANCA.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates SMR to MDE flights, with 73.83% of its services landing on time.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SMR and MDE:
El Dorado International Airport
Matecana International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Currently, $34 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Simon Bolivar International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $78. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SMR to MDE, reserve your trip 11 months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
Of the flights that depart from Simon Bolivar International Airport, 66.83% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Santa Marta to Simon Bolivar International Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SMR? If you're boarding an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
If you're landing on a late Simon Bolivar International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Grab a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and discover Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to the centre of Medellin has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When to fly to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Medellin in April.
Before locking in your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SMR to MDE in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Colombia waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No trip is complete without a visit to Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.