Travelling from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Santa Marta is one hour ahead of Calgary and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your YYC to SMR flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
$790 is currently the best price for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,390. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from YYC to SMR, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Calgary International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Calgary International Airport, data shows 65.39% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Calgary International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel near YYC? If you're boarding an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
If you're landing on a late Calgary International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near SMR:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Alamo or Tu Roll Rent a Car to explore Santa Marta and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Simon Bolivar International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to central Santa Marta
Simon Bolivar International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Santa Marta. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
The quietest month for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Santa Marta based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Calgary International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport for September if you want to explore Santa Marta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from YYC to SMR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Santa Marta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Colombia you should also see. Around 72 kilometres west of Santa Marta, a visit to Barranquilla will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Colombia, consider Cartagena, about 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta. Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery are key reasons to visit.
