Flying from Santa Marta Airport (SMR) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Lima's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Santa Marta.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SMR to LIM flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as November? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santa Marta Airport to Lima Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SMR and LIM:
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Marta Airport (SMR) to Lima Airport (LIM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Santa Marta Airport to Lima Airport flight is 184 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 301 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SMR to LIM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Santa Marta Airport to Lima Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Santa Marta Airport (SMR)
71% of flights that depart Santa Marta Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Santa Marta to Santa Marta Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Santa Marta Airport to Lima Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to SMR:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
If you're landing on a late Santa Marta Airport to Lima Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near LIM:
Explore without limits with a Lima Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and venture far and wide through Lima and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Lima Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Lima Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Lima Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Lima. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
The quietest month for a flight from Santa Marta Airport to Lima Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Lima based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Santa Marta Airport to Lima Airport for February if you want to visit Lima during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SMR to LIM in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Peru
You've visited Lima, now it's time to explore other corners of Peru. Journey around 11 kilometres west to Callao to check off its top sights. From Islas Palomino to Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Trujillo is another essential stop in Peru and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. No journey is complete without a visit to Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco.