Flying from Lima Airport (LIM) to Santa Marta Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Santa Marta's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Lima.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LIM to SMR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lima Airport to Santa Marta Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LIM and SMR include:
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Airport (LIM) to Santa Marta Airport (SMR)
$178 is currently the best price for a one-way Lima Airport to Santa Marta Airport flight. A return flight starts at $510. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LIM to SMR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Lima Airport to Santa Marta Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
Picking up cheap flights from LIM to SMR is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lima Airport to Santa Marta Airport.
Handy information about Lima Airport (LIM)
82% of flights departing from Lima Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from LIM.
Lima Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Lima. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LIM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lima Airport to Santa Marta Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Santa Marta Airport (SMR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lima Airport to Santa Marta Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SMR instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Santa Marta Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Alamo or Tu Roll Rent a Car and explore beyond Santa Marta's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Santa Marta Airport around one week before travelling.
When to fly to Santa Marta Airport (SMR)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Lima Airport to Santa Marta Airport. November is the busiest month to head to Santa Marta. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Santa Marta is September, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Lima Airport to Santa Marta Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from LIM to SMR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Santa Marta. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include 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 favourite stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA.
