Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR): what you need to know
Santa Marta is six hours behind Madrid and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your MAD to SMR flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MAD and SMR include:
El Dorado International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
Alfonso B. Aragon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
Currently, C$589 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$1,206. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAD to SMR if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MAD to SMR.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% land on time at their destination.
Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAD:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
Book a hotel close to SMR if you have a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car and discover Santa Marta and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Alamo and Tu Roll Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Simon Bolivar International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to central Santa Marta
From Simon Bolivar International Airport, Santa Marta is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Santa Marta based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Santa Marta is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to SMR in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Santa Marta, now it's time to discover other parts of Colombia. Travel around 72 kilometres west to Barranquilla to tick off its popular sights. From La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi to Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometres south-west of Santa Marta, Cartagena is another essential stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery.