Airport Comparison
Bogota (BOG) to Santa Marta (SMR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogota, Colombia to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) in Santa Marta, Colombia is 714 kilometers (444 miles / 385 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 359°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within Colombia. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 08:57 in Bogota, it's 08:57 in Santa Marta.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,339 feet between the two airports. Simon Bolivar International Airport sits lower than El Dorado International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Santa Marta (SMR) to Bogota (BOG) follows a heading of 179° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the El Dorado International Airport (BOG) and Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.