Flying from Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Camilo Daza International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Cucuta and Cartagena are both in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Every week, there are five Camilo Daza International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 18:44 JetSMART flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 19:04 with JetSMART.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CUC to CTG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
Traveling to Cartagena (and then seeing more of Colombia!) is a breeze with JetSMART. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Camilo Daza International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport.
JetSMART is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Camilo Daza International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between CUC and CTG:
Palonegro International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Camilo Daza International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight is $28. A round-trip ticket is currently $54. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from CUC to CTG by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Camilo Daza International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CUC to CTG by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Camilo Daza International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport.
Handy information about Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Camilo Daza International Airport, data shows 54.02% of flights complete their journey on time.
Camilo Daza International Airport is around 4 miles from central Cucuta. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Camilo Daza International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to CUC:
Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Camilo Daza International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CTG instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar to explore Cartagena and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Rafael Nunez International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
Rafael Nunez International Airport is roughly 7 miles from central Cartagena. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Camilo Daza International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Cartagena in April.
When reserving your flight from Camilo Daza International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cartagena, with the temperature ranging from 75ºF to 90ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from CUC to CTG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 75ºF and 90ºF on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Cartagena has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Colombia you should also see. Around 290 miles south of Cartagena, a visit to Medellin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Colombia, consider Barranquilla, roughly 60 miles north-east of Cartagena. La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro are among its highlights.