Travelling from Buenos Aires to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR): What you need to know
The timezone in Santa Marta is UTC-5, which is two hours behind Buenos Aires. Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) is located in Santa Marta.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Buenos Aires to SMR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
AEP is about 8 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield? If you've booked an early flight from Buenos Aires to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO), these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of the departures from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield, 64% touch down on time at their destination.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Break up your flight from Buenos Aires to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport and SMR are:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
EZE is around 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport the day before your Buenos Aires to SMR flight:
78% of flights leaving Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR)
Have a late flight from Buenos Aires to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO)? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near SMR and shut your eyes sooner:
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Buenos Aires to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR) to central Santa Marta
Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) is around 16 kilometres from central Santa Marta. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR)
At the moment, R 5,220 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO). The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,321. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to SMR. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Buenos Aires to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) ticket.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR)
April is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR), while November is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Santa Marta based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Buenos Aires to SMR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Santa Marta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Santa Marta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Santa Marta right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO):
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga are major attractions which should feature on every Santa Marta itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Cartagena is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Santa Marta. Around 161 kilometres away to the southwest, popular attractions include Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA.
Valledupar is another sought-after destination in Colombia and is around 129 kilometres southeast of Santa Marta. No trip is complete without visiting La Casa en el Aire, Parque and pueblito Vallenato.
