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Today’s best flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena

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August 13 - August 17

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

GIG - Cartagena

$517

$464

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September 3 - September 8

Cheapest

GIG - Cartagena

$499

$464

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September 18 - September 27

Cheapest

GIG - Cartagena

$484

$464

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September 17 - September 26

Cheapest

GIG - Cartagena

$484

$464

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October 1 - October 6

Cheapest

GIG - Cartagena

$479

$464

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November 14 - November 21

Cheapest

GIG - Cartagena

$433

$464

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November 6 - November 13

Cheapest

GIG - Cartagena

$434

$464

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September 19 - September 27

GIG - Cartagena

$484

$466

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September 18 - September 23

GIG - Cartagena

$506

$466

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September 13 - September 18

GIG - Cartagena

$505

$466

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Insights for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This indicates that travelers should expect to include layovers in their journey when planning this route.

A typical journey from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena takes about 14h 45m, including connections. This duration reflects the need for at least one stopover on this long-haul route. Travelers should factor in this total travel time when scheduling their trip.

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Cartagena is 5101 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance contributes to the longer journey times and the prevalence of connecting flights.

Fares from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena typically range from $287–$438, with a median of $340. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 43% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that competitive deals are available for those who track prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena? The most affordable month to fly is February, with a median fare of $223. Other cost-effective options include November, with a median fare of $252, and March, where the median fare is $287. These months offer lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

How much is a round trip from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena

Regular price: $444 - $758

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena is between $444 and $758. The current lowest deal is $464 with City Connexion Airlines, for travel from Aug 13-Aug 17.

now $464

Low $444

High $758

The cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena

Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena are cheapest in February, with a median price of $223. The most expensive month to fly is August, with a median price of $466. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $223

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $466

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Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena

City Connexion Airlines

LATAM Chile

Avianca

Last-minute flights going from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Cartagena

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$504

$488

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Cartagena

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$507

$500

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Cartagena

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Cartagena (CTG)

LATAM Chile

$511

$510

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SDU - Cartagena

Rio de Janeiro (SDU) - Cartagena (CTG)

LATAM Chile

$599

$567

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SDU - Cartagena

Rio de Janeiro (SDU) - Cartagena (CTG)

LATAM Chile

$569

$514

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SDU - Cartagena

Rio de Janeiro (SDU) - Cartagena (CTG)

LATAM Chile

$593

$500

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

$678 → $545

20%

8 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 24

$598 → $469

22%

6 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 8

$588 → $466

21%

8 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 17

$592 → $472

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena

Rio de Janeiro - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena are near the typical level of $340.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $223.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 14h 45m

Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena typically take 14h 45m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights available for this route; all deals include connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

City Connexion Airlines offers connecting flights

City Connexion Airlines has historically offered the most connecting flight deals on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena are frequent, with 1 deal per day.

Rio de Janeiro main airports to depart from

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Cheapest

Galeão International Airport offers the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena.

📍 ~15 km from Rio de Janeiro city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$464

Jacarepaguá Airport (RRJ)

Jacarepaguá Airport is an alternative departure option for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena.

📍 ~20 km from Rio de Janeiro city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$738

Santos Dumont (SDU)

Santos Dumont Airport is a convenient option for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena.

📍 ~1 km from Rio de Janeiro city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$500

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Arrive at Rafael Núñez International Airport to begin your trip to Cartagena, Colombia.

📍 ~10 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 useful alternative due to its proximity and robust flight schedule.

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

💸 Flights from ~$586

Simón Bolívar International (SMR)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~100 km from Cartagena (reachable by car, approximately 4 to 5 hours driving time).

💸 Flights from ~$489

Los Garzones (MTR)

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

📍 ~200 km from Cartagena (significant driving distance).

💸 Flights from ~$603

Golfo de Morrosquillo (TLU)

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

📍 ~100 km from Cartagena (very limited airline selection and flight frequencies).

💸 Flights from ~$832

Las Brujas (CZU)

Las Brujas is an alternative regional access point for the Sucre region, with a relatively short distance.

📍 ~130 km from Cartagena (limited commercial flight schedule).

💸 Flights from ~$735

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cartagena

75% AI deal score

$2,269

From GIG

Elite

Sep 05

Cartagena, Colombia

74% AI deal score

$2,244

From GIG

Elite

Aug 15

Cartagena, Colombia

74% AI deal score

$2,244

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 online travel agencies can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear. Monitoring price trends for your desired travel period may help you decide.

Comparing nearby airports for both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.

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