Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Santa Marta's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Houston.
For a smooth 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 IAH to SMR flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to tour a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' El Dorado International Airport is a sought-after stop between IAH and SMR.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
Currently, R 3,501 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,245. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from IAH to SMR, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from IAH to SMR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, 78.42% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to IAH:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SMR instead:
Pick up a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car and discover Santa Marta and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Alamo and Tu Roll Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Simon Bolivar International Airport about one week before your trip.
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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Santa Marta. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Santa Marta, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IAH to SMR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Santa Marta. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.
Cartagena is another favourite destination in Colombia and is around 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta. No journey is complete without visiting Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery.
