Travelling from Orlando to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR): What you need to know
Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) is located in Santa Marta. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Orlando.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Orlando to SMR.
If you're getting away during a peak month like March, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving and spring break.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Orlando to SMR leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Orlando, MCO can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Orlando to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO)? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Orlando International Airport:
77% of flights that take off from Orlando International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Orlando to SFB in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Orlando to SMR flight? Relax in a hotel near Orlando Sanford International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69%. This figure highlights how often flights departing from this airport land on time.
About Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR)
Have a late flight from Orlando to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO)? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near SMR and turn in quicker:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Orlando to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) flight.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR) to central Santa Marta
Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Santa Marta. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR)
₹ 20,720 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO). A return flight starts at ₹ 33,769. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Orlando to SMR if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Orlando to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) ticket.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR)
April is the quietest month for flights from Orlando to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) (SMR), while November is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Santa Marta based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Orlando to SMR plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in Santa Marta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Orlando to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO) in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC.
More about Santa Marta
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CO), find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santa Marta:
Your Santa Marta visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions worth exploring include Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.
Explore more of Colombia
Santa Marta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Colombia just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres southwest of Santa Marta, a trip to Cartagena will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Colombia, head for Valledupar, about 129 kilometres southeast of Santa Marta. La Casa en el Aire, Parque and pueblito Vallenato are highlights.
