The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) in Santa Marta, Colombia is 3,275 kilometers (2,035 miles / 1,769 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east southeast at a heading of 104°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Mexico with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:51 in Guadalajara, it's 12:51 in Santa Marta.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,994 feet between the two airports. Simon Bolivar International Airport sits lower than Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Santa Marta (SMR) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 292° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) and Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.