Flying from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Quito and Santa Marta are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
Give yourself enough time to make your UIO to SMR flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
At the moment, R 2,825 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,744. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from UIO to SMR, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Mariscal Sucre International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 88.71% of flights that depart UIO arrive at their destination without delay.
To get to Mariscal Sucre International Airport from central Quito, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near UIO:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
Book a hotel near SMR if you have a late Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
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.
Reserving your vehicle from Simon Bolivar International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
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 reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
The quietest month for a flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Santa Marta based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Santa Marta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from UIO to SMR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Santa Marta. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Colombia, consider Cartagena, about 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta. Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery are key highlights.
