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November 4 - November 21

Cheapest

Best

CTG - Madrid

$994

$797

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November 4 - November 15

Cheapest

Best

CTG - Madrid

$998

$797

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November 4 - November 17

Best

CTG - Madrid

$1,003

$804

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November 11 - November 24

Best

CTG - Madrid

$1,009

$808

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November 11 - November 28

Best

CTG - Madrid

$1,000

$808

Round trip

November 11 - November 21

Best

CTG - Madrid

$996

$809

Round trip

November 11 - November 14

Best

CTG - Madrid

$1,016

$810

Round trip

November 4 - November 24

CTG - Madrid

$993

$847

Round trip

November 18 - November 24

CTG - Madrid

$981

$851

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October 2 - October 16

Earliest

CTG - Madrid

$956

$863

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Insights for flights from Cartagena to Madrid

Most itineraries for flights from Cartagena to Madrid connect at least once, with only 2.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of journeys that include connections, travelers typically encounter 2 stopovers. This indicates that direct flights from Cartagena to Madrid are uncommon, and planning for at least one stop is standard.

When considering cheap flights from Cartagena to Madrid, the fares typically range from $1287–$1781, with a median price of $1512. Right now, fares are near the typical level. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

The cheapest time to fly from Cartagena to Madrid is often in January, with a median fare of $663. Other affordable months include February, where the median fare is $738, and April, with a median fare of $753. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly.

A typical journey from Cartagena to Madrid takes approximately 31h 10m, including connections. This duration accounts for the stopovers common on this long-haul route. The total distance covered on this route is 7733 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Cartagena to Madrid

Regular price: $915 - $1,424

Prices for flights from Cartagena to Madrid are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cartagena to Madrid is between $915 and $1424. The current lowest deal is $797 with Swiss International Air Lines, for travel from November 4 to November 21, 2026.

now $797

Low $915

High $1,424

The cheapest time to fly from Cartagena to Madrid

The cheapest month to fly from Cartagena to Madrid is January, with a median price of $663. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1695. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $663

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,695

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Direct flights from Cartagena to Madrid

Welcome Air

Last-minute flights going from Cartagena to Madrid

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Madrid

Cartagena (CTG) - Madrid (MAD)

Avianca

$1,249

$1,143

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Madrid

Cartagena (CTG) - Madrid (MAD)

Avianca

$1,244

$1,177

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Madrid

Cartagena (CTG) - Madrid (MAD)

Welcome Air

$1,016

$1,009

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Madrid

Cartagena (CTG) - Madrid (MAD)

Welcome Air

$966

$980

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Madrid

Cartagena (CTG) - Madrid (MAD)

Welcome Air

$972

$993

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Madrid

Cartagena (CTG) - Madrid (MAD)

KLM

$1,041

$1,006

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cartagena to Madrid

3 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 14

$1,016 → $810

20%

11 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 15

$998 → $797

20%

13 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 24

$1,009 → $808

20%

13 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 17

$1,003 → $804

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Cartagena to Madrid

Cartagena - Madrid route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Cartagena to Madrid are near the typical level of $1512.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Cartagena to Madrid, with a median price of $663.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 31h 10m

Flights from Cartagena to Madrid typically take 31h 10m, with 2 stopovers being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 2.6% of recent deals are direct, making connecting flights dominant for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Welcome Air offers direct flights

Welcome Air has offered direct flights from Cartagena to Madrid, providing a non-stop option.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Cartagena to Madrid appear frequently, about 1.03 deals per day.

Cartagena main airports to depart from

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Rafael Núñez International Airport is a good option for flights from Cartagena to Madrid.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$797

Madrid main airports to arrive at

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Cartagena to Madrid.

📍 ~13 km from Madrid city center (reachable by car, metro, and train)

💸 Flights from ~$797

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Valencia (VLC)

Valencia Airport can be a useful alternative with excellent high-speed rail connections from Madrid.

📍 ~300 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1067

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat Airport offers an extensive international flight network and frequent high-speed rail service.

📍 ~500 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$860

Málaga (AGP)

Málaga Airport is a major international gateway with direct high-speed rail connections from Madrid.

📍 ~400 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1055

Alicante–Elche (ALC)

Alicante–Elche Airport provides strong high-speed rail connectivity and significant international flight volume.

📍 ~360 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1007

Seville (SVQ)

Seville Airport is a primary hub for Southern Spain with direct high-speed rail connections from Madrid.

📍 ~400 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1025

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Madrid

Madrid, Spain

72% AI deal score

$5,694

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

Historically, the optimal window for booking flights from Cartagena to Madrid is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight was around $928. Booking 0-6 days out saw prices increase to an average of $1619, while booking 28-59 days in advance showed an average price of $1677. For travelers planning further ahead, flights booked 60+ days out had an average price of $1611.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Cartagena to Madrid is considered a good price if it is around $1287 or less. The median price for this route was $1512. Fares at the 75th percentile were approximately $1781, indicating that prices above this amount are on the higher end for this route.

Historically, January, February, and April have offered the cheapest flights from Cartagena to Madrid. January typically sees a median price of $663, while February's median is around $738. April also presents a median price of $753, making these months favorable for budget-conscious travelers. The annual median price for this route is $1512, highlighting the potential savings during these months.

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