Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Santa Marta's timezone is UTC-5, making Santa Marta six hours behind Barcelona.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your BCN to SMR flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. Many passengers pass through El Dorado International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
At the moment, R 7,376 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 15,370. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BCN to SMR, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BCN to SMR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
79.12% of flights taking off from Barcelona-El Prat Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near BCN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SMR instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Alamo or Tu Roll Rent a Car to explore Santa Marta and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Simon Bolivar International Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to central Santa Marta
Simon Bolivar International Airport to the centre of Santa Marta has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Santa Marta based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Santa Marta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BCN to SMR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Colombia
Santa Marta is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Colombia just waiting to be explored. Around 72 kilometres west of Santa Marta, a visit to Barranquilla will keep you busy. Start with attractions like La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.
Around 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta, Cartagena is another favourite stop in Colombia. Experience major highlights starting with Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery.
