Traveling from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Lima and Santa Marta share the same timezone, UTC-5.
Leave plenty of time to make your LIM to SMR flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between LIM and SMR:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
At the moment, AED 409 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jorge Chavez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 1,068. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from LIM to SMR, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
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Handy information about Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
81.53% of flights departing from Jorge Chavez International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from LIM.
To get to Jorge Chavez International Airport from central Lima, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near LIM? If you're catching an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Jorge Chavez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SMR instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Alamo or Tu Roll Rent a Car and discover more of Santa Marta and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Simon Bolivar International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to central Santa Marta
Simon Bolivar International Airport to the center of Santa Marta has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometers away.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
The quietest month for a flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Santa Marta based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport for September if you want to explore Santa Marta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LIM to SMR sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Santa Marta, now it's time to explore other corners of Colombia. Travel around 72 kilometers west to Barranquilla to tick off its leading attractions. From La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi to Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 161 kilometers south-west of Santa Marta, Cartagena is another favorite stop in Colombia. Experience major highlights starting with Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery.