Travelling from Ibague Airport (IBE) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Ibague and Santa Marta are in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your IBE to SMR flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Ibague Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. El Dorado International Airport is a top stopover on the IBE to SMR route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ibague Airport (IBE) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
R 1,221 is currently the best price for a one-way Ibague Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 2,456. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IBE to SMR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Ibague Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
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Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Ibague Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ibague Airport (IBE)
Of all flights leaving Ibague Airport, 63.64% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Ibague to Ibague Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking an early flight from Ibague Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to IBE:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
If you're landing on a late Ibague Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SMR:
Follow your own route with a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Alamo or Tu Roll Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Santa Marta and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Simon Bolivar International Airport around one week before you set off.
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)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Ibague Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Santa Marta. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Ibague Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport for September if you'd like to go to Santa Marta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IBE to SMR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Colombia
Santa Marta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Colombia you should also see. Around 72 kilometres west of Santa Marta, a visit to Barranquilla will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Colombia, consider Cartagena, roughly 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta. Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery are among the biggest draws.
