Travelling from El Eden Airport (AXM) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Armenia and Santa Marta are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
To ensure you catch your AXM to SMR flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from El Eden Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is a well-known stop between AXM and SMR.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Eden Airport (AXM) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
Right now, $87 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way El Eden Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $174. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from AXM to SMR, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from El Eden Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from El Eden Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Handy information about El Eden Airport (AXM)
Of all flights leaving El Eden Airport, 66.74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
El Eden Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Armenia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from El Eden Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near AXM:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
If you have a late El Eden Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SMR:
Explore without limits with a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Localiza, Alamo or Tu Roll Rent a Car and chase adventure across Santa Marta and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Simon Bolivar International Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to central Santa Marta
Simon Bolivar International Airport to central Santa Marta has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from El Eden Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Santa Marta. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Santa Marta is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from El Eden Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from AXM to SMR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Santa Marta has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be discovered. About 72 kilometres west of Santa Marta, a visit to Barranquilla will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Colombia, head for Cartagena, about 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta. Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery are highlights.