Direct (nonstop) flights from Santa Marta to Cali

2 airlines fly nonstop from Simon Bolivar (SMR) to Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International (CLO). It's 541 miles (870 km), about 1h 38m in the air. Operated by AVIANCA, JetSMART.

SMR
Simon Bolivar
🇨🇴 Santa Marta, Colombia
CLO
Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International
🇨🇴 Cali, Colombia
Flight Time
1h 38m
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
SMR → CLO
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
541 mi
JetSMART JA JetSMART
Route
SMR → CLO
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
541 mi

Alternative Routes

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

SMR MDE (Medellin) CLO
Leg 1: 1h 17m (349 mi) Leg 2: 1h 6m (192 mi) Total: ~2h 23m 🍃 126 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SMR → MDE
1h 17m · 349 mi
View SMR to MDE flights →
Leg 2
MDE → CLO
1h 6m · 192 mi
View MDE to CLO flights →
SMR BOG (Bogota) CLO
Leg 1: 1h 30m (441 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (173 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SMR → BOG
1h 30m · 441 mi
View SMR to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → CLO
1h 5m · 173 mi
View BOG to CLO flights →
SMR PTY (Panama City) CLO
Leg 1: 1h 26m (378 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (432 mi) Total: ~3h 6m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+75% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SMR → PTY
1h 26m · 378 mi
View SMR to PTY flights →
Leg 2
PTY → CLO
1h 40m · 432 mi
View PTY to CLO flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Santa Marta (SMR) to Cali (CLO) takes approximately 1 hours and 38 minutes. The distance is 541 miles (870 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Santa Marta to Cali?

2 airlines: AVIANCA, JetSMART.

Is there a nonstop flight from Santa Marta to Cali?

Yes. 2 airlines: AVIANCA, JetSMART.

How far is Santa Marta from Cali?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Santa Marta to Cali?

At 1h 38m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

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 Simon Bolivar for this flight?

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