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August 14 - August 20

Cheapest

Best

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LAX - Cartagena

$513

$464

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September 3 - September 9

LAX - Cartagena

$463

$477

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September 1 - September 10

LAX - Cartagena

$448

$480

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September 1 - September 8

LAX - Cartagena

$464

$480

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October 1 - October 8

LAX - Cartagena

$479

$487

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October 3 - October 6

LAX - Cartagena

$493

$487

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October 22 - October 27

LAX - Cartagena

$502

$487

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November 1 - November 8

LAX - Cartagena

$494

$487

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August 15 - August 20

LAX - Cartagena

$530

$488

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September 23 - September 30

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$484

$488

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Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena, the cheapest month to fly is typically April, with a median fare of $278. Other cost-effective options include January, where the median fare is $313, and September, with a median of $320. Planning your trip around these months can lead to more favorable prices.

Fares for flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena typically range from $634–$1098, with a median of $925. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals may require careful timing. New deals show up several times a week for this route.

When considering flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 3. This means you should anticipate at least one stop on your journey.

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Cartagena takes approximately 31h 54m, including connections. This duration accounts for the time spent in the air and any layovers. Given that most itineraries involve multiple connections, the total travel time can be substantial.

The distance between Los Angeles and Cartagena is 5077 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance contributes to the extended flight times and the common necessity for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Cartagena

Regular price: $435 - $563

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena is between $435 and $563. The current lowest deal is $464 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from August 14 to August 20, 2026.

now $464

Low $435

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The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Cartagena

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cartagena is April, with a median price of $278. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1084. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

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Flights from $278

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Flights from $1,084

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Direct flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena

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Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Cartagena

Fri, Jun 19

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LAX - Cartagena

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cartagena (CTG)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$603

$665

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

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LAX - Cartagena

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cartagena (CTG)

American Airlines

$635

$663

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LAX - Cartagena

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$507

$581

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LAX - Cartagena

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$496

$566

One-way

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LAX - Cartagena

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cartagena (CTG)

JetBlue Airways

$524

$566

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Cartagena

Los Angeles (LAX) - Cartagena (CTG)

American Airlines

$490

$569

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena

6 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 20

$513 → $464

5 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 20

$530 → $488

6 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 7

$563 → $529

5 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 26

$528 → $498

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Cartagena

Los Angeles - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Los Angeles to Cartagena are above the typical level, with a median price of $925.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $278

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cartagena, with a median price of $278.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 31h 54m

Flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena typically take 31h 54m, with connecting flights being dominant.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

No direct flights are available. Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers 55 deals

Copa Airlines offers 55 deals for connecting flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena appear regularly, with 0.47 deals per day.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Fly from Los Angeles International for a wide selection of flights to Cartagena.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$464

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Rafael Núñez International Airport is a convenient arrival point for travelers heading to Cartagena.

📍 ~7 km from Cartagena city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$464

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ)

Ernesto Cortissoz International is a major international airport and a strong alternative for flights to the region.

📍 ~90 km from Cartagena (reachable by car, but travel time can be affected by traffic).

💸 Flights from ~$542

Simón Bolívar International (SMR)

Cheapest

Simón Bolívar International is a major Caribbean hub offering good flight frequency and domestic connections.

📍 ~160 km from Cartagena (reachable by car, with approximately 4 to 5 hours of driving time).

💸 Flights from ~$530

Los Garzones (MTR)

Los Garzones is a reliable regional airport for the southern Caribbean coast, with flights to major Colombian hubs.

📍 ~230 km from Cartagena (reachable by car, but it is a significant driving distance).

💸 Flights from ~$613

Golfo de Morrosquillo (TLU)

Golfo de Morrosquillo is geographically close to Cartagena and useful for regional travel within nearby departments.

📍 ~120 km from Cartagena (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$740

Las Brujas (CZU)

Las Brujas offers regional access to the Sucre region, with a relatively short distance to Cartagena.

📍 ~160 km from Cartagena (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$703

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cartagena

73% AI deal score

$2,775

From LAX

Elite

Jun 26

Cartagena, Colombia

73% AI deal score

$3,055

From LAX

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Jun 26

Cartagena, Colombia

72% AI deal score

$3,322

From LAX

Elite

Jun 21

Cartagena, Colombia

66% AI deal score

$5,539

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help uncover better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares is usually a good strategy. Last-minute bookings may occasionally offer deals, but they can also be more expensive.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may involve additional travel time to and from these airports, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.

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Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Cartagena

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Cartagena

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Cartagena

Los Angeles - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April is historically cheapest at $278

Flights are typically 31h 54m

Connecting flights are dominant

Copa Airlines offers 55 deals

Deals appear regularly

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cartagena

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