Which airports can I use when flying from Cartagena to Santa Marta?

Flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta usually depart from Cartagena Rafael Nunez (CTG) and arrive at Santa Marta Simon Bolivar (SMR).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta.

Which airports do connecting flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta pass through?

Connecting flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta most commonly pass through: • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 67% of one-stop connections • Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE) - 33% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 85% on flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $86 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $570, a difference of $484. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Cartagena to Santa Marta?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Cartagena to Santa Marta. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 51m and 5h 25m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cartagena to Santa Marta?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Cartagena to Santa Marta changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $157 to $490. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Cartagena to Santa Marta looking right now?

One-way fares from Cartagena to Santa Marta are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $110, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cartagena to Santa Marta?

Flying via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 51m, compared with 5h 25m via Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE).

What car rental options are available at Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport (SMR)?

Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport (SMR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $55 for economy cars. Top options include: • Localiza • Alamo • National • GREEN MOTION • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a Cartagena to Santa Marta flight?

Round-trip flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta range from $156 to $450, with an average of $206 over the past 12 months. Anything below $156 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cartagena to Santa Marta?

Round-trip flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta typically range from $156 to $450. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $157, on Avianca.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cartagena to Santa Marta?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cartagena to Santa Marta. It’s 59% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 176% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cartagena to Santa Marta?

Avianca ($157) and JetSMART ($175) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Cartagena to Santa Marta according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Cartagena to Santa Marta?

Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) is the most popular layover for the Cartagena to Santa Marta route. 67% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via BOG.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Cartagena to Santa Marta?

Flights via Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $236. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cartagena to Santa Marta which airport offers the shortest layover?

Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) had the shortest average connection time for Cartagena to Santa Marta layovers at 3h 19m over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Jan 19 - Thu, Feb 11

9:35 am - 1:15 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

3h 40m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

2:00 pm - 5:50 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

3h 50m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

$157Avianca

Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 13

10:00 pm - 6:21 amCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

8h 21m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

9:55 pm - 6:14 amSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

8h 19m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

$175JetSMART

Tue, Jan 19 - Thu, Feb 11

8:50 pm - 9:39 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

24h 49m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

7:16 am - 9:17 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

14h 01m2 stops Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Bogotá El Dorado

$177JetSMART

Sat, Jan 16 - Fri, Jan 22

9:35 am - 1:15 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

3h 40m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

2:00 pm - 5:50 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

3h 50m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

$178Avianca

Sat, Jan 16 - Fri, Jan 22

9:35 am - 1:15 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

3h 40m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

2:00 pm - 5:50 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

3h 50m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

$179Avianca

Tue, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 15

7:16 pm - 9:39 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

26h 23m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

7:00 am - 7:41 amSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

24h 41m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

$180JetSMART

Thu, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 17

6:50 am - 3:50 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

9h 00m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

11:50 am - 11:40 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

11h 50m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

$182Avianca

Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 31

9:55 pm - 9:29 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

23h 34m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

9:32 am - 8:27 amSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

22h 55m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado

$187JetSMART

Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 13

10:00 pm - 6:21 amCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

8h 21m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

9:15 am - 8:40 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

11h 25m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Pereira Matecana

$189Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 31

9:55 pm - 9:29 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

23h 34m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

9:55 pm - 4:56 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

19h 01m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

$192JetSMART

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How much is a round-trip flight from Cartagena to Santa Marta? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cartagena to Santa Marta departing in january.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cartagena to Santa Marta?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cartagena to Santa Marta. It’s 59% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 176% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta.
How long is a flight from Cartagena to Santa Marta?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Cartagena to Santa Marta. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 51m and 5h 25m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cartagena to Santa Marta?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
How much should I expect to pay for a Cartagena to Santa Marta flight?
Round-trip flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta range from $156 to $450, with an average of $206 over the past 12 months. Anything below $156 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Cartagena to Santa Marta changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $157 to $490. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Cartagena to Santa Marta looking right now?
One-way fares from Cartagena to Santa Marta are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $110, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport (SMR)?
Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport (SMR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $55 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Localiza
• Alamo
• National
• GREEN MOTION
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Which airports can I use when flying from Cartagena to Santa Marta?
Flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta usually depart from Cartagena Rafael Nunez (CTG) and arrive at Santa Marta Simon Bolivar (SMR).
Which airports do connecting flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta pass through?
Connecting flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta most commonly pass through:

• Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 67% of one-stop connections
• Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE) - 33% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 85% on flights from Cartagena to Santa Marta. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $86 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $570, a difference of $484.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cartagena to Santa Marta?
Flying via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 51m, compared with 5h 25m via Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $86, about $484 less than Saturday fares (85% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cartagena to Santa Marta trip for October. Fares historically average $84 round-trip in that month - typically $671 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport.

• Santorini Hotel & Resort
• Ghl Relax Hotel Costa Azul
• Zuana Beach Resort

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