Cheap flights from Punta Cana to Santa Marta from £157

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Tue, Apr 28
Punta Cana PUJSanta Marta SMR
£157
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Tue, Apr 28
Punta Cana PUJSanta Marta SMR
£159
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Sun, May 3
Punta Cana PUJSanta Marta SMR
£171
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Fri, May 1
Punta Cana PUJSanta Marta SMR
£177
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Sun, May 3
Punta Cana PUJSanta Marta SMR
£182
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Fri, May 1
Punta Cana PUJSanta Marta SMR
£189
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Tue, Apr 28 – Sat, May 2
Punta Cana PUJSanta Marta SMR
£365
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Tue, Apr 28 – Sat, May 2
Punta Cana PUJSanta Marta SMR
£368
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Tue, Apr 28 – Fri, May 1
Punta Cana PUJSanta Marta SMR
£372
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Tue, Apr 28 – Fri, May 1
Punta Cana PUJSanta Marta SMR
£374
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Tue, Apr 28 – Sat, May 2
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£391
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How much do flights to Santa Marta cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£157

Cheapest round-trip

£365

Average round-trip

£393

Includes rare itinerary

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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)

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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
Punta Cana International
Arrive to
Simón Bolívar International
Average flights per week
275
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Tayrona National Park - Colombia

Check-in for a flight from Punta Cana to Santa Marta

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

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
202
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
18 Apr
88%
29°C25°C
25 Apr
88%
28°C25°C
Sunday
19 Apr
83%
29°C25°C
26 Apr
86%
28°C24°C
Monday
20 Apr
87%
29°C25°C
27 Apr
65%
29°C25°C
Tuesday
21 Apr
86%
29°C25°C
28 Apr
88%
28°C25°C
Wednesday
22 Apr
85%
28°C25°C
29 Apr
29°C25°C
Thursday
23 Apr
89%
28°C25°C
30 Apr
85%
29°C26°C
Friday
24 Apr
89%
28°C24°C
1 May
30°C26°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Avianca, Wingo airlines, LATAM Airlines, Copa Airlines, and JetSMART. Punta Cana and Santa Marta have 275 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Punta Cana?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Punta Cana and London, Bogotá, Managua, Quito, Lima, Medellín, Toronto, Frankfurt, São Paulo, San Juan, Vancouver, Calgary, Mexico City, Orlando, Madrid, Atlanta, Rio de Janeiro, Washington, D.C., Guayaquil, Philadelphia.
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, Cartagena, San Andrés, Leticia, Amazonas, San José, Toronto, Pasto, Cancún, Aruba, Washington, D.C., Guatemala City, New York, Orlando.
What airports are near Punta Cana?
The main airport in Punta Cana is Punta Cana International. It is also served by Las Américas International, Punta Cana International, La Isabela International, La Romana International.
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 Punta Cana and Santa Marta?
Currently, you can fly between Punta Cana and Santa Marta with Avianca, Wingo airlines, LATAM Airlines, Copa Airlines, JetSMART.
When’s the best time to travel between Punta Cana and Santa Marta?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana and Santa Marta?
Traveling between Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana?
There are a number of airports in and around Punta Cana. The main one is Punta Cana International and other nearby airports include Las Américas International, Punta Cana International, La Isabela International, La Romana International
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 Punta Cana and Santa Marta depart?
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