Travelling from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Santa Marta's timezone is UTC-5, making Santa Marta one hour behind Fort Lauderdale.
To ensure you get on your FLL to SMR flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between FLL and SMR include:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Alfonso B. Aragon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
ج.م. 6,358 is the best price for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ج.م. 14,729. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from FLL to SMR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from FLL to SMR is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Select your preferred 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 Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Handy information about Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
FLL's address is 320 Terminal Drive.
When it comes to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport's on-time performance, 73.74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Fort Lauderdale to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to FLL:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
Book a hotel near SMR if you have a late Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car and explore Santa Marta and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Alamo and Tu Roll Rent a Car are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Simon Bolivar International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to central Santa Marta
Simon Bolivar International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Santa Marta. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Santa Marta in April.
Lock in your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport for September if you want to go to Santa Marta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from FLL to SMR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Santa Marta, now it's time to explore more of Colombia. Travel around 72 kilometres west to Barranquilla to check off its popular sights. From La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi to Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another side of Colombia, head for Cartagena, roughly 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta. Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery are key reasons to visit.
