Flying from Santa Marta Airport (SMR) to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Santa Marta and Quito are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SMR to UIO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month like November? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santa Marta Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SMR and UIO:
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Marta Airport (SMR) to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO)
Right now, 156 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Santa Marta Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 301 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SMR to UIO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Santa Marta Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SMR to UIO.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Santa Marta Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport.
Handy information about Santa Marta Airport (SMR)
71% of flights taking off from Santa Marta Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Santa Marta Airport from central Santa Marta, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SMR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Santa Marta Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Santa Marta Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near UIO instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Nazcar Rent a Car or Goldcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Quito and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport to the centre of Quito has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Santa Marta Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Quito. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Santa Marta Airport to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport for August if you want to visit Quito during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SMR to UIO in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ecuador
Guayaquil is just one of the many cities in Ecuador waiting to be explored once you've seen Quito. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Amazon Rainforest, Crystal Palace and Malecon 2000.
Cuenca is another well-known destination in Ecuador and is around 306 kilometres south of Quito. No journey is complete without a visit to Inca Ruins, New Cathedral (Catedral de la Immaculada) and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.
