Travelling from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to Medellin: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Medellin is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Santa Marta (the location of Simon Bolivar International Airport).
The busiest route is from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). You can select from 50 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SMR to MDE is the 07:05 JetSMART option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 22:37 with JetSMART.
To avoid missing your SMR to Medellin flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Simon Bolivar International Airport to Medellin ticket. Begin your journey at SMR and end it at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
You'll have your choice of airlines offering direct flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Medellin. Reserve your trip with one of these:
To reach SMR from central Santa Marta, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near SMR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Medellin or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Simon Bolivar International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.83% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to Medellin
R 279 is currently the best price for a one-way Simon Bolivar International Airport to Medellin flight. Return flight tickets start from R 600. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To snag cheap flights from SMR to Medellin, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to MDE if you're coming in on a late flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Medellin. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and explore beyond Medellin's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from SMR to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is about 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Medellin has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 30 minutes or so.
There are some great places to drop your things at near EOH. Settle in and get cosy after your SMR to Medellin flight at one of these well-located options:
Touch down, collect your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive off without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are trusted providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from EOH one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Plan your trip to Medellin during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Medellin in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Simon Bolivar International Airport to Medellin flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from SMR to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Medellin, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are leading attractions which should feature on every Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Medellin, now it's time to explore more of Colombia. Travel about 241 kilometres south-east to Bogota to tick off its popular sights. From Gold Museum to Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Colombia, head for Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are highlights.