Flying from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is 1 hour behind Santa Marta, where Simon Bolivar International Airport is located. Mexico City operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from SMR to Mexico City.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from SMR to Mexico City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
You can visit Mexico for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Colombia. But before booking your flight tickets from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mexico City, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Central Santa Marta to SMR is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 28 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to SMR:
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to Mexico City
ر.ق. 782 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mexico City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 1,309. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SMR to Mexico City if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 57 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mexico City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. After your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 46 minutes.
Villa Granada is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Settle in here after your flight from SMR to Mexico City and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mexico City while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Mexico City, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Lock in your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mexico City for April to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap flights from SMR to Mexico City sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Mexico City, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are essential stops on your Mexico City itinerary.
Complete your Mexico City trip with a car rental
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