Are there direct flights from Cartagena to Madrid?

Direct flights from Cartagena to Madrid are not common. Historically, only 2.2% of flights on this route have been direct in the trailing 90 days. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience two connections. This indicates that most journeys between these two cities will involve at least one layover.

How long is the flight from Cartagena to Madrid?

The direct flight from Cartagena to Madrid typically takes approximately 9 hours and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 7733 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, generally have a median duration of 15 hours and 20 minutes. This significant difference highlights the impact of layovers on total travel time for this route.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Cartagena to Madrid?

Historically, good prices on flights from Cartagena to Madrid have been frequent. This route is classified as one that regularly offers favorable fares. Travelers can typically find competitive pricing when planning their trips between these two cities, based on data from the trailing 30 days.

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November 6 - November 27

Cheapest

CTG - Madrid

$903

$838

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November 11 - November 28

Best

CTG - Madrid

$958

$842

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November 20 - November 27

CTG - Madrid

$938

$842

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November 6 - November 13

CTG - Madrid

$925

$869

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November 13 - November 20

CTG - Madrid

$938

$893

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October 23 - October 30

CTG - Madrid

$961

$916

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January 24 - January 31

CTG - Madrid

$1,053

$927

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January 12 - January 23

CTG - Madrid

$1,037

$939

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October 2 - October 23

Earliest

CTG - Madrid

$894

$940

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October 2 - October 16

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CTG - Madrid

$906

$944

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Cartagena to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Cartagena to Madrid

Most itineraries for flights from Cartagena to Madrid connect at least once, with only 2.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means you will likely have at least one stop on your journey.

When considering cheap flights from Cartagena to Madrid, fares are typically $1328–$1777, with a median of $1524. Right now, current fares are near the typical level. However, only 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding significantly discounted tickets can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

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. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the overall typical range.

A typical journey from Cartagena to Madrid takes approximately 31h 10m, including connections. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stop, this duration reflects the time spent in transit and during layovers. This route covers a substantial distance of 7733 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Cartagena to Madrid

Regular price: $832 - $1,313

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

The regular price range for flights from Cartagena to Madrid is typically between $832 and $1313. The current lowest deal is $841 with Welcome Air, for travel from Nov 6-Nov 27.

now $841

Low $832

High $1,313

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

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Last-minute flights going from Cartagena to Madrid

Thu, Jul 16

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CTG - Madrid

Cartagena (CTG) - Madrid (MAD)

KLM

$1,202

$1,156

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Madrid

Cartagena (CTG) - Madrid (MAD)

KLM

$1,041

$1,018

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Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Madrid

Cartagena (CTG) - Madrid (MAD)

KLM

$1,046

$1,018

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Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Madrid

Cartagena (CTG) - Madrid (MAD)

KLM

$1,058

$1,019

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Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Madrid

Cartagena (CTG) - Madrid (MAD)

KLM

$1,119

$1,049

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Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Madrid

Cartagena (CTG) - Madrid (MAD)

KLM

$1,068

$1,053

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

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13 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 24

$1,009 → $808

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13 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 17

$1,003 → $804

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Popular Airports to fly from Cartagena to Madrid

Cartagena - Madrid route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Cartagena to Madrid are below the typical level of $1524.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January offers the lowest median price at $663 for flights from Cartagena to Madrid.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights average 31h 10m

The median flight time from Cartagena to Madrid is 31 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2.2% of recent flights from Cartagena to Madrid are direct, with most having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Welcome Air offers direct flights

Welcome Air has offered direct flights on the Cartagena to Madrid route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Cartagena to Madrid appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Cartagena to Madrid is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $928. Booking too early or too late can result in higher fares. For instance, prices averaged $1619 for bookings made 0-6 days out, and $1611 for bookings made 60+ days out across the trailing quarter.

A good price for a flight from Cartagena to Madrid is considered to be $1328 or less. This threshold is based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, representing prices at the 25th percentile. The median price for this route during the same period was $1524, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $1777.

Historically, January, February, and April have offered some of 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 favorable pricing, with a median of $753. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median price of $1524 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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