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How much do flights to Santa Marta cost?

Most popular airline

Avianca

Getting from Santa Marta airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or ride-hailing services. Best value: local buses and colectivos.

Santa Marta is served by Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR), located approximately 16 km south of the city center. This Caribbean coastal city offers several airport transfers to city center options including taxis, ride-hailing services, local buses, and private transfers. Journey times typically range from 20 to 45 minutes depending on traffic conditions and your chosen transport method. The airport serves as a gateway to popular destinations including Tayrona National Park and the historic center of Santa Marta.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

20-35 min

$35,000-$50,000 (COP 35,000–50,000 (USD 8–12); fixed rate to city center)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience with luggage

20-35 min

$25,000-$45,000 (COP 25,000–45,000 (USD 6–11); varies with demand)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

budget-conscious travelers

35-50 min

$2,500-$3,500 (COP 2,500–3,500 (USD 0.60–0.85); cash only)

every 15–30 min (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

25-45 min

$5,000-$8,000 (COP 5,000–8,000 (USD 1.20–2); shared with other passengers)

when full (traffic dependent)

budget travelers with time

20-35 min

$60,000-$120,000 (COP 60,000–120,000 (USD 14–29); pre-booked)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and families

20-35 min

$80,000-$200,000 (COP 80,000–200,000 (USD 19–48) per day; plus fuel)

airport rental desks (traffic dependent)

exploring the region

Notes:

  • Prices in COP (Colombian Pesos); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Official airport taxis operate with fixed rates displayed at the taxi stand; agree on price before departure.
  • Ride-hailing apps work at the airport but drivers may ask you to meet at a designated pickup area.
  • Local buses stop on the main road outside the airport; limited luggage space available.
  • Road traffic can significantly affect journey times, especially during peak hours and holiday periods.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Santa Marta

Depart from
Rafael Núñez International
Arrive to
Simón Bolívar International
Average flights per week
389
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Tayrona National Park - Colombia

Check-in for a flight from Cartagena to Santa Marta

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
AviancaAVAAVNo
JetSMARTJATJAYes
LATAM AirlinesLANLAYes
Wingo airlinesRPBP5Yes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Santa Marta

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January28°C24°C
February28°C24°C
March28°C25°C
April28°C25°C
May29°C25°C
June28°C25°C
July28°C25°C
August29°C25°C
September29°C25°C
October28°C25°C
November28°C25°C
December28°C25°C
Hottest Month
29°C
September
Coldest month
24°C
January
Sunny days
203
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
9 May
30°C26°C
16 May
88%
30°C26°C
Sunday
10 May
31°C26°C
17 May
86%
30°C26°C
Monday
11 May
30°C26°C
18 May
88%
28°C26°C
Tuesday
12 May
86%
30°C25°C
19 May
75%
29°C26°C
Wednesday
13 May
87%
29°C26°C
20 May
75%
28°C26°C
Thursday
14 May
75%
29°C26°C
21 May
80%
30°C25°C
Friday
15 May
29°C26°C
22 May
82%
30°C25°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Avianca, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines, and Wingo airlines. Cartagena and Santa Marta have 389 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Cartagena?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Cartagena and Medellín, Bogotá, San Andrés, London, Cali, Panama, Pereira, Lima, Manchester, Bucaramanga, Leticia, Amazonas, Toronto, Madrid, Fort Lauderdale, Bristol, Newcastle upon Tyne, Edinburgh, Atlanta, New York, Cúcuta.
What are the most popular routes to and from Santa Marta?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Santa Marta and Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Pereira, Armenia, Bucaramanga, London, Miami, San Andrés, Leticia, Amazonas, San José, Toronto, Pasto, Cancún, Aruba, Washington, D.C., Guatemala City, New York, Orlando, Montreal.
What airports are near Cartagena?
The main airport in Cartagena is Rafael Núñez International. It is also served by Rafael Núñez International, Ernesto Cortissoz International, Simón Bolívar International, Los Garzones, Golfo de Morrosquillo, Las Brujas.
What airports are near Santa Marta?
The main airport in Santa Marta is Simón Bolívar International. It is also served by Rafael Núñez International, Ernesto Cortissoz International, Simón Bolívar International, Almirante Padilla, Alfonso López Pumarejo, Las Brujas.
Which airlines fly between Cartagena and Santa Marta?
Currently, you can fly between Cartagena and Santa Marta with Avianca, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines, Wingo airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between Cartagena and Santa Marta?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Cartagena and Santa Marta, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Cartagena and Santa Marta?
Traveling between Cartagena and Santa Marta, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Cartagena?
There are a number of airports in and around Cartagena. The main one is Rafael Núñez International and other nearby airports include Rafael Núñez International, Ernesto Cortissoz International, Simón Bolívar International, Los Garzones, Golfo de Morrosquillo, Las Brujas
How many airports are there near Santa Marta?
There are a number of airports in and around Santa Marta. The main one is Simón Bolívar International and other nearby airports include Rafael Núñez International, Ernesto Cortissoz International, Simón Bolívar International, Almirante Padilla, Alfonso López Pumarejo, Las Brujas.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Cartagena and Santa Marta depart?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Cartagena and Santa Marta arrive?
What time do flights between Cartagena and Santa Marta depart?
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