Flying from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Santa Marta's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Cartagena.
Your CTG to SMR flight won't wait if you're running 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 travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between CTG and SMR:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
ج.م. 2,703 is currently the best price for a one-way Rafael Nunez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ج.م. 5,934. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CTG to SMR, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rafael Nunez International Airport, data shows 67.0% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Rafael Nunez International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Cartagena. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near CTG:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
If you're landing on a late Rafael Nunez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SMR:
Hit the road running by picking up a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Alamo or Tu Roll Rent a Car and explore beyond Santa Marta's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Simon Bolivar International Airport around one week before your travel date.
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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
August is the most popular month for flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Santa Marta in April.
The warmest month in Santa Marta is September, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from CTG to SMR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is just one of the many cities 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 ready to explore another major stop in Colombia, consider Cartagena, roughly 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta. Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery are key reasons to visit.
