Travelling from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Medellin and Santa Marta follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your EOH to SMR flight.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
EasyFly is your ticket to exploring Santa Marta (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Colombia!). Check out the direct flights from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is EasyFly.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between EOH and SMR:
El Dorado International Airport
Alfonso B. Aragon Airport
Matecana International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
At the moment, R 1,025 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,027. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from EOH to SMR by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from EOH to SMR couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
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Handy information about Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near EOH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
If you're coming in on a late Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SMR:
Begin 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, book your ride from Simon Bolivar International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to central Santa Marta
From Simon Bolivar International Airport, Santa Marta is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Santa Marta. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Santa Marta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from EOH to SMR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Santa Marta is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Colombia you should also see. Around 72 kilometres west of Santa Marta, a trip to Barranquilla will keep you on the go. Don't miss top 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 essential stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery.