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Santa Marta (SMR) airport

Answers to the Frequently Asked Questions about Simón Bolívar - Santa Marta airport (SMR)

 
  Santa Marta airport (SMR)

  What are the terminals, contact information and location?

  What are today's scheduled Departures flights?

  What are today's scheduled Arrivals flights?

  What are the car rental companies that are at the airport?

  What services, facilities and Lounges does the airport offer?

  What are the transportation services?

  Can I sleep at the airport and what hotels are there?

  What are the parking options?

  What airlines serve the airport?

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More Specific Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to downtown Santa Marta by public transportation?

The most affordable option is the Strategic Public Transportation System (SETP). Routes SM101 and SM103 serve the airport and connect it with the Historic Center, El Rodadero, and the city's main bus terminal. Buses depart from the main parking area.

Yes. Apps such as Uber, InDrive, and Cabify operate in the area. However, due to local regulations, pick-ups are usually made in the public parking area rather than directly outside the terminal exit. It is recommended to coordinate the exact meeting point with your driver through the app.

Yes. Santa Marta Airport provides free Wi-Fi for passengers. Simply connect to the official Aeropuertos de Oriente network and follow the registration instructions on the welcome portal.

ATMs from banks such as Bancolombia and Davivienda are located on the terminal's first level. There is also a currency exchange office (Globo Cambio) in the arrivals area, generally open from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm.

Yes. The airport features The Lounge Santa Marta, located in the domestic departures area. It offers amenities such as Wi-Fi, snacks, beverages, and comfortable seating. Access is available through memberships such as Priority Pass and LoungeKey, or by purchasing a day pass at the entrance.

If the issue involves your checked baggage, contact your airline immediately at the baggage claim area. For items lost in the terminal's public areas, visit the information desk on the first floor or contact the airport administration through its official website.

No. The terminal generally operates from 5:00 am until 11:00 pm or midnight, depending on the commercial flight schedule. Overnight stays inside the terminal are not permitted once daily operations have ended.
 
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Latest updates: August 01, 2026

 

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