Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Santa Marta is two hours ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your SFO to SMR flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Tocumen International Airport is a popular stop between SFO and SMR.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight is R 5,860. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 11,993. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to SMR if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 77.36% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Check in to 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 wheels. Localiza, Alamo and Tu Roll Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Simon Bolivar International Airport about one week in advance of 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 drive to the centre.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Santa Marta. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. 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, look for a cheap ticket from SFO 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 cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Santa Marta. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.
Cartagena is another essential stop in Colombia and is around 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta. No trip is complete without seeing Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery.
