Travelling from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 5 hours ahead of Santa Marta, where Simon Bolivar International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your flight from SMR to London. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Whether you'd like to explore a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is a stop you can make on your flight from SMR to London.
You can travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Colombia. But before booking your cheap tickets from Simon Bolivar International Airport to London, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
SMR is approximately 16 kilometres from central Santa Marta. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near SMR. Whether you're catching an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to London or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to London
$969 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Simon Bolivar International Airport to London. Return flights start from $2,021. These fares can change based on demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from SMR to London. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a ticket from Simon Bolivar International Airport to London.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to London, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It takes around 57 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is approximately 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to London has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 1 hour and 19 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LGW. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from SMR to London at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to London while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit London, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to London for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap flights from SMR to London in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to London:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your London must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Buckingham Palace.
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