Travelling from Washington DC to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR): What you need to know
Santa Marta's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Washington DC. Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) is located in Santa Marta.
Your flight from Washington DC to SMR won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like July? High seasons (like Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO), these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
71% of flights taking off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport make it to their destination on time.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Washington DC to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR) departing Washington Dulles International Airport.
IAD is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Washington DC to SMR flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to get to the airport by car and 50 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At BWI, that figure is 77%.
About Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR)
If you have a late flight from Washington DC to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO), nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SMR:
To get the best deal, book your ride around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) flight.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR) to central Santa Marta
Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Santa Marta. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) is R 3,605. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,575. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to SMR if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Washington DC to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR). November is the busiest month to travel to Santa Marta. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book a Washington DC 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).
January has temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Santa Marta
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO), find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santa Marta:
Your visit to Santa Marta should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights you won't want to miss include Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.
Explore more of Colombia
Cartagena is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Santa Marta. Around 161 kilometres away to the southwest, popular attractions include Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA.
Valledupar is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 129 kilometres southeast of Santa Marta. No trip is complete without dropping by La Casa en el Aire, Parque and pueblito Vallenato.
