Travelling from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR), there's a good selection of airports you can jet off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main options.
Simon Bolivar International Airport is located in Santa Marta. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind New York.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from New York to SMR.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from New York to SMR with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between JFK and SMR include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of all flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Break up your flight from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport with a stop at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). A major stopover between Newark Liberty International Airport and SMR, it's the perfect opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
EWR is about 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to SMR flight:
73.3% of all departures from Newark Liberty International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The journey time to LGA from central New York is around 1 hour on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means most of its flights reach their destination as expected and your plans stay right on track.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SMR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Alamo or Tu Roll Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Santa Marta and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport is R 2,292. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,913. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from New York to SMR, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Santa Marta. August is when most people book flights from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a New York to SMR plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Santa Marta to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport in January when temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Santa Marta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Santa Marta right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Santa Marta when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Natural Tayrona National Park followed by Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.
Explore more of Colombia
Santa Marta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Colombia you'll want to see. Around 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta, a visit to Cartagena will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Walled City of Cartagena, La Fantastica Cartagena - Pirate Ship Tour, Sunset Tour & Rosario Island Tour and Centro Historico.
If you want to check out another major stop in Colombia, consider Valledupar, about 129 kilometres south-east of Santa Marta. San Martin Park, La Casa en el Aire and Letras Valledupar are key highlights.
