Traveling from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Rafael Nunez International Airport is located in Cartagena. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Las Vegas is two hours behind Cartagena.
Leave plenty of time to get on your CTG to Las Vegas flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CTG to Las Vegas with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
To reach CTG from central Cartagena, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 4 miles from the airport to the city center.
Looking for a hotel near CTG? If you're boarding an early flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Las Vegas, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the flights that depart from Rafael Nunez International Airport, 67.0% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Las Vegas
$199 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rafael Nunez International Airport to Las Vegas flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $309. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from CTG to Las Vegas, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Las Vegas across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap flight from CTG to Las Vegas couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is around 12 miles from the center of Las Vegas. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 15 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Las Vegas, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near LAS:
Hit the road running by picking up a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and explore beyond Las Vegas's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) around one week in advance of your flight from CTG to Las Vegas.
The address for LAS is 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
Plan your trip to Las Vegas during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Las Vegas during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Rafael Nunez International Airport to Las Vegas plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Las Vegas, with temperatures ranging from 73ºF to 108ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from CTG to Las Vegas in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 30ºF and 55ºF on average.
More about Las Vegas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Las Vegas right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Las Vegas:
Fountains of Bellagio and Las Vegas Strip are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Las Vegas travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Fremont Street Experience.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Las Vegas. Around 230 miles away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Phoenix is another well-known destination in United States and is around 260 miles south-east of Las Vegas. No journey is complete without a visit to Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
