Travelling from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Tocumen International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Panama City and Santa Marta share the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Each week, there are six Tocumen International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, take the 12:15 Copa Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 12:41 with Copa Airlines.
Your PTY to SMR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Copa Airlines offers direct flights from Tocumen International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Santa Marta — and maybe even more of Colombia if your schedule allows.
Copa Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Copa Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for PTY to SMR flights, with 96.15% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between PTY and SMR:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Alfonso B. Aragon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
Currently, ج.م. 7,531 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tocumen International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 14,099. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap tickets from PTY to SMR, reserve your trip six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Tocumen International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Picking up cheap flights from PTY to SMR is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
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Handy information about Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 86.03% of flights that depart PTY reach their destination without delay.
Central Panama City to Tocumen International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Tocumen International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to PTY:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Tocumen International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Book 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 your wheels from Localiza, Alamo or Tu Roll Rent a Car to explore Santa Marta and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Simon Bolivar International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to central Santa Marta
Simon Bolivar International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Santa Marta. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
August is the most popular month for flights from Tocumen International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head 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 Tocumen International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PTY to SMR around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Santa Marta, now it's time to explore other parts of Colombia. Journey 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, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta, Cartagena is another essential stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery.
