Direct (nonstop) flights from Cali to Santa Marta

2 airlines fly nonstop from Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International (CLO) to Simon Bolivar (SMR). It's 541 miles (870 km), about 1h 36m in the air. Operated by AVIANCA, JetSMART.

CLO
Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International
🇨🇴 Cali, Colombia
SMR
Simon Bolivar
🇨🇴 Santa Marta, Colombia
Flight Time
1h 36m
Distance
541 mi
870 km
CO₂/pax
100 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
AVIANCA +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by AVIANCA AVIANCA JetSMART JetSMART

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AVIANCA AV AVIANCA
Route
CLO → SMR
Flight Time
1h 36m
Distance
541 mi
JetSMART JA JetSMART
Route
CLO → SMR
Flight Time
1h 36m
Distance
541 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cali to Santa Marta with one stop · direct emits 100 kg CO₂ per passenger

CLO MDE (Medellin) SMR
Leg 1: 55m (192 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (349 mi) Total: ~2h 13m 🍃 126 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLO → MDE
55m · 192 mi
View CLO to MDE flights →
Leg 2
MDE → SMR
1h 18m · 349 mi
View MDE to SMR flights →
CLO BOG (Bogota) SMR
Leg 1: 1h 5m (173 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (441 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLO → BOG
1h 5m · 173 mi
View CLO to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → SMR
1h 35m · 441 mi
View BOG to SMR flights →
CLO PTY (Panama City) SMR
Leg 1: 1h 34m (432 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (378 mi) Total: ~2h 59m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+75% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLO → PTY
1h 34m · 432 mi
View CLO to PTY flights →
Leg 2
PTY → SMR
1h 25m · 378 mi
View PTY to SMR flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cali to Santa Marta?

A nonstop flight from Cali (CLO) to Santa Marta (SMR) takes approximately 1 hours and 36 minutes. The distance is 541 miles (870 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cali to Santa Marta?

2 airlines: AVIANCA, JetSMART.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cali to Santa Marta?

Yes. 2 airlines: AVIANCA, JetSMART.

How far is Cali from Santa Marta?

The flight distance from Cali to Santa Marta is 541 miles (870 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Cali to Santa Marta?

At 1h 36m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Cali to Santa Marta?

Roughly 100 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 500 km.

Is the return flight from Santa Marta to Cali also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cali to Santa Marta?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.