Flying from Bogota Airport (BOG) to Cartagena Airport (CTG): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Bogota Airport to Cartagena Airport.
Cartagena's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Bogota.
Each week, there are 238 Bogota Airport to Cartagena Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, jump on the 00:20 LATAM Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:42 with LATAM Airlines.
To ensure you get on your BOG to CTG flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
A good range of airlines operate direct flights from Bogota Airport to Cartagena Airport. Fly nonstop to Cartagena with these top carriers and get to know this amazing part of Colombia:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Avianca.
Copa Airlines Colombia is the most punctual carrier that offers BOG to CTG flights, with 74.36% of its services arriving as planned.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bogota Airport to Cartagena Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BOG and CTG:
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport
Pereira Airport
Bucaramanga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bogota Airport (BOG) to Cartagena Airport (CTG)
Currently, $14 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bogota Airport to Cartagena Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $31. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BOG to CTG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Bogota Airport to Cartagena Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BOG to CTG.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Bogota Airport to Cartagena Airport.
Handy information about Bogota Airport (BOG)
When it comes to Bogota Airport's on-time performance, 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Bogota Airport from central Bogota, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 9 miles from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near BOG? If you've booked an early flight from Bogota Airport to Cartagena Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cartagena Airport (CTG)
If you're arriving on a late Bogota Airport to Cartagena Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CTG:
Grab a Cartagena Airport rental car and discover Cartagena and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Keddy By Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cartagena Airport around four weeks ahead.
When to fly to Cartagena Airport (CTG)
January is the busiest month for flights from Bogota Airport to Cartagena Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Cartagena in March.
Before locking in your flight from Bogota Airport to Cartagena Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cartagena, with the temperature ranging from 75ºF to 90ºF.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BOG to CTG in January. Average temperatures are between 75ºF and 90ºF then.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Cartagena, now it's time to discover more of Colombia. Travel about 290 miles south to Medellin to tick off its top attractions. From EcoParque Comuna 13 to Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Barranquilla is another well-known destination in Colombia and is around 60 miles north-east of Cartagena. No trip is complete without visiting Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.
