Flying from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR): What you need to know
Santa Marta (where Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) is located) and New York share the UTC-5 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from New York to SMR.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to SMR. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO)? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of the departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Add a stopover to your journey at Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a key transfer point for flights from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR) departing Newark Liberty International Airport.
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your New York to SMR flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to arrive by car and 55 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rate of LGA is 69%. To put it simply, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
The street address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR)
Consider booking a hotel near SMR if you have a late flight from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO). Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR) to central Santa Marta
Central Santa Marta is around 16 kilometres from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR)
Currently, RM1,674 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO). The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,242. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to SMR. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) ticket.
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The best time to fly from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Santa Marta. November is when most people book flights from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a New York to SMR plane ticket departing in September if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santa Marta to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Santa Marta
Start your Santa Marta trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO), check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Santa Marta when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Natural Tayrona National Park followed by Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.
Explore more of Colombia
Cartagena is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Santa Marta. Around 161 kilometres away to the southwest, its top attractions include Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA.
Around 129 kilometres southeast of Santa Marta, Valledupar is another favourite stop in Colombia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to La Casa en el Aire, Parque and pueblito Vallenato.
