On this page, you can book flights from Medellin to Santa Marta. Direct flights between the cities, which are 572 km apart, operate regularly, with approximately 32 flights per week.
The route is served by JetSmart and Avianca. Fares depend on the departure date, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and the price trend chart. You can also find information on how to get to Medellin airport and how to travel from Santa Marta airport on our website.
The table shows direct flights Medellín → Santa Marta on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by Avianca and JetSmart. Departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport and Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport airports, arrivals at Simón Bolívar International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Medellín — Santa Marta by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 181 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 403 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Medellín → Santa Marta, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 281 | high | May | AED 206 | low | Sep | AED 201 | low |
| Feb | AED 211 | low | Jun | AED 236 | medium | Oct | AED 231 | medium |
| Mar | AED 241 | medium | Jul | AED 291 | high | Nov | AED 216 | low |
| Apr | AED 276 | high | Aug | AED 246 | medium | Dec | AED 301 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Santa Marta remains hot year-round, with the driest weather occurring in January and February. June is considered the rainiest period, when precipitation reaches its peak, which may affect the frequency of flight delays.
The lowest ticket prices are recorded in October — AED 181, and in July — AED 183. Price peaks typically occur in December, when a flight will cost AED 402 due to high seasonal demand.
September or November offer the best balance between ticket price and weather conditions. In December, significant fare increases are expected, so we recommend avoiding this month if you are looking for budget options.
Two airlines operate flights on the Medellin – Santa Marta route, with Avianca and JetSmart being the main carriers. Most flights on this route are direct, with a total frequency of about 32 departures per week. You can review the detailed schedule and compare carrier conditions by selecting the relevant card in the list below.
Flights Medellín — Santa Marta depart from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport and Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport and arrive at Simón Bolívar International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covering a distance of 572 km takes an average of 55–60 minutes, excluding taxiing time at the departure and arrival airports.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by Avianca and JetSmart.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, with about 32 non-stop flights per week.
Flights from Medellin arrive at Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR) in Santa Marta.
Ticket prices change constantly. Check the low-price calendar on this page for the current minimums and try to book your tickets several weeks before departure.
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