On this page, you can find and book flights from Santa Marta to Medellín. This 572 km route is served regularly, with approximately 30 flights available per week.
Flights are operated by JA, AV, and P5. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to find the best deal. You can also find information on how to get to the airport and how to get from the airport to your final destination.
The table shows direct flights Santa Marta → Medellín on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by Avianca, JetSmart and AERO REPUBLICA AS WINGO. Departures from Simón Bolívar International Airport airports, arrivals at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport and Enrique Olaya Herrera 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 Santa Marta — Medellín by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 113 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 284 in a. 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.
Santa Marta → Medellín, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 231 | high | May | AED 160 | low | Sep | AED 155 | low |
| Feb | AED 190 | medium | Jun | AED 180 | medium | Oct | AED 155 | low |
| Mar | AED 206 | medium | Jul | AED 216 | high | Nov | AED 180 | medium |
| Apr | AED 221 | high | Aug | AED 185 | medium | Dec | AED 241 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest weather in Medellín is usually in July and August, when average highs reach 24.4°C. The rainiest period is April and May, when rainfall exceeds 315 mm per month and sunny days are at a minimum.
The lowest airfares are recorded in September—flights can be found starting AED 113. The most expensive month to travel is February, with ticket prices starting AED 284.
September is an excellent choice for a trip due to the lower prices, despite the moderate humidity. It is best to avoid peak rainfall periods in April and October when planning a budget-friendly flight.
Flights between Santa Marta and Medellín are operated by three airlines: JetSmart, Avianca, and Wingo. With approximately 30 direct flights available weekly, it’s easy to find a convenient departure time. Detailed information on flight schedules and specific days of the week can be found in the interactive list below.
Flights Santa Marta — Medellín depart from Simón Bolívar International Airport and arrive at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport and Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average flight time is about 45–55 minutes, as the direct distance between the cities is only 572 km.
Regular flights are operated by the main Colombian carriers, including JetSmart, Avianca, and Wingo.
Yes, most of the 30 weekly flights are direct, making this one of the fastest ways to travel between these cities.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the season. You can always check the current minimum for your preferred dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Santa Marta (SMR) arrive at Medellín's main international airport—José María Córdova (MDE).
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