Travelling from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Santa Marta Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Santa Marta is two hours behind Santiago and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SCL to SMR flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Santa Marta Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SCL and SMR include:
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Santa Marta Airport (SMR)
Currently, R 2,470 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Santa Marta Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 5,840. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SCL to SMR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Santa Marta Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SCL to SMR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Santa Marta Airport.
Handy information about Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
84% of flights leaving Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of SCL.
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near SCL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Santa Marta Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Santa Marta Airport (SMR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Santa Marta Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SMR instead:
Grab a Santa Marta Airport rental car and explore Santa Marta and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Alamo and Tu Roll Rent a Car are top providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Santa Marta Airport about one week before you set off.
When to fly to Santa Marta Airport (SMR)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Santa Marta Airport. November is the most popular month to visit Santa Marta. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Santa Marta Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Santa Marta, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SCL to SMR in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Santa Marta. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.
Around 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta, Cartagena is another favourite stop in Colombia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA.