Are direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with layovers can sometimes be significantly cheaper, especially if you are willing to spend more time in transit. Consider your budget and time constraints when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or time of year. Shifting your departure or return by a few days may result in considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena 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. Being aware of these additional fees can help you calculate the true cost of your trip.

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2026-10-20 – 2026-10-29
FLL - Cartagena
46% AI deal score
$172
$346
Round trip
2026-10-20 – 2026-10-23
FLL - Cartagena
46% AI deal score
$199
$348
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FLL - Cartagena
48% AI deal score
$252
$355
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FLL - Cartagena
48% AI deal score
$256
$355
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2026-10-28 – 2026-11-14
FLL - Cartagena
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$254
$355
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2026-10-27 – 2026-11-12
FLL - Cartagena
48% AI deal score
$256
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65% AI deal score
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$357
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49% AI deal score
$326
$358
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$311
$358
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FLL - Cartagena
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Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena connect at least once, with only 2% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do connect, travelers can expect a typical journey to include 2 stopovers.

Right now, fares from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena are typically $325–$811, with a median of $688. Current fares are near the typical level for this route. However, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value may require careful timing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena? The data indicates that April is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $227. Other cost-effective options include January, with a median fare of $304, and August, where the median fare is $310.

A typical journey from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena takes about 2h 52m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 1805 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. New deals for this route show up several times a week, suggesting opportunities to find competitive prices regularly.

How much is a round trip from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Regular price: $225 - $470

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

The regular price range for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena is between $225 and $470. The current lowest deal is $355 with Copa Airlines for travel from Oct 24-Nov 6.

now $355

Low $225

High $470

The cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

The cheapest month to fly from FLL to CTG is April, with a median price of $227. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $774. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $227

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $774

Jan

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$456

$542

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Cartagena (CTG)

JetBlue Airways

$169

$438

One-way

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Cartagena (CTG)

JetBlue Airways

$174

$438

One-way

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$339

$449

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$326

$452

One-way

Fri, Oct 23

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$322

$449

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

11 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 14

$374 → $359

3 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 15

$421 → $421

3 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 9

$423 → $423

4 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 16

$421 → $423

Popular Airports to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena are near the typical level of $688.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $227

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena, with a median price of $227.

⏱️ Flight duration

Nonstop flights take 2h 52m

The median nonstop flight duration from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena is 2 hours 52 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights

JetBlue Airways operates direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena appear regularly.

Fort Lauderdale main airports to depart from

Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International (FLL)

Cheapest

Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International is a convenient option for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena.

📍 ~6 km from Fort Lauderdale (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$347

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Rafael Núñez International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena.

📍 ~7 km from Cartagena (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$326

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ)

Cheapest

Ernesto Cortissoz International is a major international airport and practical alternative for Cartagena travelers.

📍 ~100 km from Cartagena (reachable by car, ~1.5 to 2 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~$294

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cartagena

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From FLL

Elite

Oct 26

Cartagena, Colombia

81% AI deal score

$2,491

$1,600

Save $891

Aeroméxico

Business Class

From FLL

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Oct 20

Cartagena, Colombia

79% AI deal score

$2,442

$1,642

Save $800

Aeroméxico

Business Class

From FLL

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Mar 06

Cartagena, Colombia

79% AI deal score

$2,373

$1,678

Save $695

Air Canada

Business Class

From FLL

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Oct 30

Cartagena, Colombia

79% AI deal score

$2,573

$1,767

Save $806

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From FLL

Elite

Feb 17

Cartagena, Colombia

78% AI deal score

$2,509

$1,762

Save $747

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From FLL

Elite

Feb 24

Cartagena, Colombia

78% AI deal score

$2,559

$1,762

Save $797

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From FLL

Elite

Feb 18

Cartagena, Colombia

78% AI deal score

$2,509

$1,773

Save $736

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From FLL

Elite

Oct 26

Cartagena, Colombia

78% AI deal score

$2,491

$1,785

Save $706

Aeroméxico

Business Class

From FLL

Elite

Dec 31

Cartagena, Colombia

77% AI deal score

$2,319

$1,708

Save $611

Aeroméxico

Business Class

From FLL

Elite

Nov 01

Cartagena, Colombia

77% AI deal score

$2,292

$1,721

Save $571

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From FLL

Elite

Nov 09

Cartagena, Colombia

77% AI deal score

$2,300

$1,767

Save $533

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From FLL

Elite

Nov 09

Cartagena, Colombia

77% AI deal score

$2,300

$1,767

Save $533

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and online travel agencies can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can also appear, so it may be beneficial to monitor fare trends. Prices can fluctuate, so there isn't always one perfect booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes provide additional flight options or potentially lower fares. Even if an alternative airport is a bit further, the savings on the flight might outweigh the extra travel time to and from the airport. It's often worth checking for broader availability.

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Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Regular price: $225 - $470

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

The regular price range for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena is between $225 and $470. The current lowest deal is $355 with Copa Airlines for travel from Oct 24-Nov 6.

now $355

Low $225

High $470

The cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

The cheapest month to fly from FLL to CTG is April, with a median price of $227. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $774. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $227

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $774

Jan

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$456

$542

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Cartagena (CTG)

JetBlue Airways

$169

$438

One-way

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Cartagena (CTG)

JetBlue Airways

$174

$438

One-way

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$339

$449

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$326

$452

One-way

Fri, Oct 23

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$322

$449

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

11 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 14

$374 → $359

3 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 15

$421 → $421

3 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 9

$423 → $423

4 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 16

$421 → $423

Popular Airports to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena are near the typical level of $688.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $227

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena, with a median price of $227.

⏱️ Flight duration

Nonstop flights take 2h 52m

The median nonstop flight duration from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena is 2 hours 52 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights

JetBlue Airways operates direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena appear regularly.

Fort Lauderdale main airports to depart from

Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International (FLL)

Cheapest

Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International is a convenient option for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena.

📍 ~6 km from Fort Lauderdale (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$347

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Rafael Núñez International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena.

📍 ~7 km from Cartagena (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$326

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ)

Cheapest

Ernesto Cortissoz International is a major international airport and practical alternative for Cartagena travelers.

Cartagena, Colombia

77% AI deal score

$2,300

$1,767

Save $533

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

Cheap Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Today’s best flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Popular Airports to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

April is historically cheapest at $227

Nonstop flights take 2h 52m

Connecting flights are dominant

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Fort Lauderdale main airports to depart from

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cartagena

Best Elite deals to Cartagena

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Mar 06

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

How can I find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena?

When should I book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena?

Are direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena flights?

Related routes

More routes from Fort Lauderdale

Flights to Cartagena from other cities

Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Popular Airports to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena

Fort Lauderdale - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

April is historically cheapest at $227

Nonstop flights take 2h 52m

Connecting flights are dominant

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Fort Lauderdale main airports to depart from

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cartagena

Best Elite deals to Cartagena

Oct 26

Oct 20

Mar 06

Oct 30

Feb 17

Feb 24

Feb 18

Oct 26

Dec 31

Nov 01

Nov 09

Nov 09

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

How can I find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena?

When should I book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cartagena?