Traveling from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to El Dorado International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Santa Marta and Bogota are both in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
You can choose from 201 weekly Simon Bolivar International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flights. The 06:48 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest flight available. LATAM Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:15.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SMR to BOG flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to El Dorado International Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Bogota (and then other parts of Colombia) is a cinch. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
Most passengers choose to fly with AVIANCA on this route.
Wingo is the most punctual carrier that operates SMR to BOG flights, with 71.94% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Simon Bolivar International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SMR and BOG:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
Alfonso B. Aragon Airport
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
AED 126 is the lowest price for a one-way Simon Bolivar International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Return flights start at AED 253. These fares may change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from SMR to BOG by booking at least nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Picking up cheap flights from SMR to BOG is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Simon Bolivar International Airport, data shows 66.83% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Simon Bolivar International Airport is around 16 kilometers from central Santa Marta. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel close to SMR? If you're boarding an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Book a hotel close to BOG if you're on a late Simon Bolivar International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab an El Dorado International Airport rental car and discover Bogota and beyond with your own set of wheels. Renta Facil, Localiza and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from El Dorado International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport to central Bogota has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometers away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Bogota. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SMR to BOG around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Colombia you'll want to see. About 306 kilometers south-west of Bogota, a visit to Cali will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Colombia, consider Medellin, about 241 kilometers north-west of Bogota. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are among its highlights.
