Are direct flights from Cartagena to Mexico City always the best option?

Direct flights are often convenient as they reduce travel time and the risk of missed connections. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable, especially if you are willing to accept a longer journey. The 'best' option often depends on your priorities for cost versus convenience.

Can flexible travel dates help on Cartagena to Mexico City flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Prices often fluctuate based on demand, so flying on less popular days of the week or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares. Even shifting your travel by a day or two can sometimes yield savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Cartagena to Mexico City flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. These additional fees can add up and impact the overall cost of your trip.

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2027-02-05 – 2027-02-13
CTG - Mexico City
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$287
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Cartagena to Mexico City: Overview

Insights for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Cartagena to Mexico City connect at least once, with only 2% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that include connections, travelers typically encounter 2 stopovers.

Right now, fares for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City are typically in the range of $609–$981, with a median of $768. Current fares are above the typical level, and only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals are infrequent, so setting a price alert is recommended.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cartagena to Mexico City? You'll find the most affordable fares in August, with a median price of $569. September also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $680, followed by March at a median of $780.

A typical journey from Cartagena to Mexico City, including connections, takes approximately 14h 40m. This contrasts with a direct flight, which has a median duration of 4h 15m. The route covers a distance of 2717 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Cartagena to Mexico City

Regular price: $332 - $1,597

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

The regular price range for this route is $332 to $1597. The current lowest deal is $261 with Aeroenlaces Nacionales, for travel from Mar 10-Mar 16.

now $261

Low $332

High $1,597

The cheapest time to fly from Cartagena to Mexico City

The cheapest month to fly from Cartagena to Mexico City is November, with a median price of $212. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $1056. Prices are generally lower from July to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $212

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,056

Jan

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cartagena to Mexico City

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

Aeroméxico

Last-minute flights going from Cartagena to Mexico City

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Mexico City

Cartagena (CTG) - Mexico City (NLU)

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

$491

$425

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Mexico City

Cartagena (CTG) - Mexico City (MEX)

LATAM Chile

$552

$603

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Mexico City

Cartagena (CTG) - Mexico City (MEX)

Copa Airlines

$544

$630

One-way

Fri, Oct 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Mexico City

Cartagena (CTG) - Mexico City (MEX)

Copa Airlines

$537

$630

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Mexico City

Cartagena (CTG) - Mexico City (NLU)

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

$352

$378

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Mexico City

Cartagena (CTG) - Mexico City (NLU)

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

$420

$378

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City

4 nights

Mar 14 - Mar 18

$558 → $298

47%

6 nights

Mar 3 - Mar 9

$550 → $298

46%

8 nights

Mar 3 - Mar 11

$544 → $298

45%

2 nights

Mar 14 - Mar 16

$556 → $322

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Cartagena to Mexico City

Cartagena - Mexico City route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Cartagena to Mexico City are above the typical level at $768.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $569.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 4h 15m

Direct flights from Cartagena to Mexico City typically take 4 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2% of recent fares are for direct flights; connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aeroenlaces Nacionales offers deals

Aeroenlaces Nacionales has offered recent deals for this route, including one for $261.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City are historically rare.

Cartagena main airports to depart from

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Rafael Núñez International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City.

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

💸 Flights from ~$271

Mexico City main airports to arrive at

Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)

Cheapest

Felipe Ángeles International Airport offers a budget-friendly option for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City.

📍 ~57 km from Mexico City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$251

Airports nearby Mexico City used as alternative

Toluca International (TLC)

Toluca International is the closest alternative to Mexico City, specifically designed to handle overflow traffic.

📍 ~60 km from Mexico City (reachable by car, but ground transport can be slow during peak hours).

💸 Flights from ~$523

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Dec 24

Mexico City, Mexico

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$1,051

$663

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Dec 24

Mexico City, Mexico

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$1,045

$684

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Mexico City, Mexico

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$863

$591

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From CTG

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Dec 24

Mexico City, Mexico

84% AI deal score

$1,035

$695

Save $340

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Mexico City, Mexico

84% AI deal score

$1,043

$695

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Mexico City, Mexico

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$1,036

$695

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From CTG

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Dec 24

Mexico City, Mexico

84% AI deal score

$1,050

$695

Save $355

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From CTG

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Dec 24

Mexico City, Mexico

84% AI deal score

$1,038

$695

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Dec 16

Mexico City, Mexico

84% AI deal score

$1,009

$696

Save $313

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Dec 24

Mexico City, Mexico

84% AI deal score

$1,048

$697

Save $351

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From CTG

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Dec 17

Mexico City, Mexico

84% AI deal score

$1,009

$705

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Aeroméxico

Business Class

From CTG

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Dec 16

Mexico City, Mexico

83% AI deal score

$1,002

$717

Save $285

Aeroméxico

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mexico City

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 you identify better deals. Sometimes, flying during the off-peak season may result in lower fares.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Generally, monitoring price trends and booking several weeks or months before your intended departure may be beneficial. Last-minute bookings can sometimes be more expensive.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the additional transportation costs and convenience when considering this option.

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Cartagena to Mexico City: Overview

Insights for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City

How much is a round trip from Cartagena to Mexico City

Regular price: $332 - $1,597

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

The regular price range for this route is $332 to $1597. The current lowest deal is $261 with Aeroenlaces Nacionales, for travel from Mar 10-Mar 16.

now $261

Low $332

High $1,597

The cheapest time to fly from Cartagena to Mexico City

November

Cheapest

Flights from $212

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,056

Jan

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cartagena to Mexico City

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

Aeroméxico

Last-minute flights going from Cartagena to Mexico City

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Mexico City

Cartagena (CTG) - Mexico City (NLU)

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

$491

$425

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Mexico City

Cartagena (CTG) - Mexico City (MEX)

LATAM Chile

$552

$603

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Mexico City

Cartagena (CTG) - Mexico City (MEX)

Copa Airlines

$544

$630

One-way

Fri, Oct 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Mexico City

Cartagena (CTG) - Mexico City (MEX)

Copa Airlines

$537

$630

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Mexico City

Cartagena (CTG) - Mexico City (NLU)

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

$352

$378

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CTG - Mexico City

Cartagena (CTG) - Mexico City (NLU)

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

$420

$378

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City

4 nights

Mar 14 - Mar 18

$558 → $298

47%

6 nights

Mar 3 - Mar 9

$550 → $298

46%

8 nights

Mar 3 - Mar 11

$544 → $298

45%

2 nights

Mar 14 - Mar 16

$556 → $322

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Cartagena to Mexico City

Cartagena - Mexico City route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Cartagena to Mexico City are above the typical level at $768.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $569.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 4h 15m

Direct flights from Cartagena to Mexico City typically take 4 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2% of recent fares are for direct flights; connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aeroenlaces Nacionales offers deals

Aeroenlaces Nacionales has offered recent deals for this route, including one for $261.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City are historically rare.

Cartagena main airports to depart from

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Rafael Núñez International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City.

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

💸 Flights from ~$271

Mexico City main airports to arrive at

Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)

Cheapest

Felipe Ángeles International Airport offers a budget-friendly option for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City.

📍 ~57 km from Mexico City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$251

Airports nearby Mexico City used as alternative

Toluca International (TLC)

Toluca International is the closest alternative to Mexico City, specifically designed to handle overflow traffic.

Mexico City, Mexico

83% AI deal score

$1,002

$717

Save $285

Aeroméxico

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mexico City

Cheap Flights from Cartagena to Mexico City

Today’s best flight deals from Cartagena to Mexico City

Cartagena to Mexico City: Overview

Insights for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City

How much is a round trip from Cartagena to Mexico City

The cheapest time to fly from Cartagena to Mexico City

Direct flights from Cartagena to Mexico City

Last-minute flights going from Cartagena to Mexico City

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City

Popular Airports to fly from Cartagena to Mexico City

Cartagena - Mexico City route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

August is historically cheapest

Direct flights average 4h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant

Aeroenlaces Nacionales offers deals

Deals are rare for this route

Cartagena main airports to depart from

Mexico City main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Mexico City used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mexico City

Best Elite deals to Mexico City

Dec 24

Dec 24

Dec 24

Dec 24

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Dec 16

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Dec 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mexico City

How can I find cheap flights from Cartagena to Mexico City?

When should I book flights from Cartagena to Mexico City?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City?

Are direct flights from Cartagena to Mexico City always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Cartagena to Mexico City flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Cartagena to Mexico City flights?

Related routes

More routes from Cartagena

Flights to Mexico City from other cities

Cartagena to Mexico City: Overview

Insights for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City

How much is a round trip from Cartagena to Mexico City

The cheapest time to fly from Cartagena to Mexico City

Direct flights from Cartagena to Mexico City

Last-minute flights going from Cartagena to Mexico City

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City

Popular Airports to fly from Cartagena to Mexico City

Cartagena - Mexico City route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

August is historically cheapest

Direct flights average 4h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant

Aeroenlaces Nacionales offers deals

Deals are rare for this route

Cartagena main airports to depart from

Mexico City main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Mexico City used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mexico City

Best Elite deals to Mexico City

Dec 24

Dec 24

Dec 24

Dec 24

Dec 24

Dec 24

Dec 24

Dec 24

Dec 16

Dec 24

Dec 17

Dec 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mexico City

How can I find cheap flights from Cartagena to Mexico City?

When should I book flights from Cartagena to Mexico City?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cartagena to Mexico City?