Flying from Caracas Airport (CCS) to Santa Marta Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Santa Marta is one hour behind Caracas and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your CCS to SMR flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as December? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Caracas Airport to Santa Marta Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between CCS and SMR:
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Caracas Airport (CCS) to Santa Marta Airport (SMR)
Currently, 149 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Caracas Airport to Santa Marta Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 245 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from CCS to SMR, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Caracas Airport to Santa Marta Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Caracas Airport to Santa Marta Airport.
Handy information about Caracas Airport (CCS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Caracas Airport, 68% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Caracas Airport from central Caracas, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CCS? If you've booked an early flight from Caracas Airport to Santa Marta Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Santa Marta Airport (SMR)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Caracas Airport to Santa Marta Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SMR instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Santa Marta Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Alamo or Tu Roll Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Santa Marta and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Santa Marta Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Santa Marta Airport (SMR) to central Santa Marta
Santa Marta Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Santa Marta. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Santa Marta Airport (SMR)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Caracas Airport to Santa Marta Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Santa Marta. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Caracas Airport to Santa Marta Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Santa Marta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CCS to SMR sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Colombia
Santa Marta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Colombia you should also see. About 72 kilometres west of Santa Marta, a visit to Barranquilla will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.
Around 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta, Cartagena is another essential stop in Colombia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA.
