Flying from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
A direct flight from Matecana International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport takes an average of 1 hour 24 minutes. Santa Marta's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Pereira.
For the earliest departure, take the 06:34 flight from Matecana International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. If you'd like to leave later, the latest flight departs at 20:10. With 11 flights every week from PEI to SMR, you can pick the one that best suits you.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
AVIANCA is your gateway to discovering Santa Marta (and perhaps some other great parts of Colombia!). Check out the direct flights from Matecana International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport offered by this airline.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Matecana International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the PEI - SMR route are:
El Dorado International Airport
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
You won't need your passport or a visa to travel within Colombia. You will need a valid form of identification however, like a driver's license or ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've booked cheap ticket from PEI to SMR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Matecana International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport is R 1,069. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,157. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap tickets from PEI to SMR, book your journey 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Matecana International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from PEI to SMR is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.
Play around with filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Matecana International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Matecana International Airport (PEI)
Central Pereira to Matecana International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 14 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Searching for a handy hotel near PEI? If you're on an early flight from Matecana International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
If you have a late flight from Matecana International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SMR:
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to central Santa Marta
Simon Bolivar International Airport to the centre of Santa Marta is about 28 minutes in a car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Matecana International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Santa Marta. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Matecana International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Santa Marta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PEI to SMR sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Santa Marta
As soon as you've booked your flights from PEI to SMR, you'll need to find a place to stay in Santa Marta. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and Ciudad Perdida are a couple of major attractions to add to your Santa Marta to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Rodadero sea aquarium and museum.
Complete your Santa Marta trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Simon Bolivar International Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Santa Marta escape.
