Travelling from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
The timezone in Santa Marta is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Montreal.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your YUL to SMR flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
Right now, R 4,149 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,681. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from YUL to SMR, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from YUL to SMR.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Handy information about Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
When it comes to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.89% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Montreal to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 15 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to YUL? If you've booked an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
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 Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SMR instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Alamo or Tu Roll Rent a Car and explore beyond Santa Marta's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Simon Bolivar International Airport about one week before you set off.
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 travel dates for your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Santa Marta. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Santa Marta is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YUL to SMR in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Santa Marta, now it's time to explore other parts of Colombia. Travel about 72 kilometres west to Barranquilla to tick off its leading sights. From La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi to Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Colombia, head for Cartagena, roughly 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta. Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery are key highlights.
