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

Flights from Los Angeles to Santa Marta usually depart from Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Santa Marta Simon Bolivar (SMR).

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

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

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

Most connecting flights from Los Angeles to Santa Marta pass through Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

On the Los Angeles to Santa Marta route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 50%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $504 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,007: a $503 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Santa Marta?

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Santa Marta takes 0h 00m, covering 3,194 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Santa Marta?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Los Angeles 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 $523 to $4,034. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Santa Marta are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $421, which is 61% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Santa Marta?

Santa Marta is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Colombia Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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 starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include: · Alamo · Localiza · National · GREEN MOTION · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Santa Marta range from $530 to $739, with an average of $574 over the past 12 months. Anything below $530 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to Santa Marta?

Copa Airlines ($523) and Avianca ($581) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Santa Marta according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $789. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) had the shortest average connection time for Los Angeles to Santa Marta layovers at 413 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $530-$739

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Typical prices: $244-$359

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Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20

12:06 pm - 1:41 pmLAX Los Angeles-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

23h 35m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

2:50 pm - 12:39 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-LAX Los Angeles

23h 49m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$523Copa Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 4

11:15 pm - 4:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

14h 15m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado

9:25 am - 9:50 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-LAX Los Angeles

15h 25m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$581Avianca

Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23

11:00 pm - 3:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

13h 50m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

10:00 pm - 11:30 amSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-LAX Los Angeles

16h 30m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$581Avianca

Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26

11:00 pm - 3:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

13h 50m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

9:25 am - 9:25 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-LAX Los Angeles

15h 00m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$581Avianca

Mon, Nov 23 - Sat, Nov 28

2:58 pm - 9:29 pmLAX Los Angeles-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

27h 31m3 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Bogotá El Dorado Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

7:25 am - 9:22 amSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-LAX Los Angeles

28h 57m3 stops Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Bogotá El Dorado Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$724Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Sat, Nov 28

6:33 pm - 9:04 pmLAX Los Angeles-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

23h 31m3 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Bogotá El Dorado Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

8:27 am - 9:22 amSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-LAX Los Angeles

27h 55m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$740Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30

11:15 pm - 9:39 pmLAX Los Angeles-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

19h 24m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

4:02 pm - 9:25 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-LAX Los Angeles

32h 23m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$795Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22

12:06 pm - 1:41 pmLAX Los Angeles-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

23h 35m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

2:50 pm - 12:39 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-LAX Los Angeles

23h 49m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$1,053Copa Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1

12:30 am - 1:45 pmLAX Los Angeles-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

10h 15m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

6:00 am - 8:04 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-LAX Los Angeles

17h 04m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,895Copa Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30

12:30 am - 1:45 pmLAX Los Angeles-SMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar

10h 15m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

6:00 am - 9:34 pmSMR Santa Marta Simon Bolivar-LAX Los Angeles

18h 34m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,896Copa Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Santa Marta flights

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

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Santa Marta start at $523. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $530 to $739. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $523 on Copa Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Santa Marta, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 75% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Santa Marta?

April is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Santa Marta at $497 round-trip.
December ($1,637) and January ($994) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 229% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Low season	February
High season	June
Cheapest flight	$295

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 32% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Santa Marta?
Flights from Los Angeles to Santa Marta usually depart from Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Santa Marta Simon Bolivar (SMR).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Santa Marta?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Santa Marta.
Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Santa Marta pass through?
Most connecting flights from Los Angeles to Santa Marta pass through Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Santa Marta?
On the Los Angeles to Santa Marta route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 50%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $504 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,007: a $503 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Santa Marta?
A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Santa Marta takes 0h 00m, covering 3,194 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Santa Marta?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Los Angeles 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 $523 to $4,034. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Santa Marta looking right now?
One-way fares from Los Angeles to Santa Marta are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $421, which is 61% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Santa Marta?
Santa Marta is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Colombia Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
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 starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Alamo
· Localiza
· National
· GREEN MOTION
· Enterprise Rent-A-Car
How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Santa Marta flight?
Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Santa Marta range from $530 to $739, with an average of $574 over the past 12 months. Anything below $530 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $504 - about $503 less than Sunday (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Santa Marta trip for April. Fares historically average $497 round-trip in that month - typically $1,140 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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
- Zuana Beach Resort
- Ghl Relax Hotel Costa Azul

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