Are direct flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with layovers can sometimes be more economical, depending on the route and airline. Consider your priorities for time versus cost when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Fortaleza to Cartagena flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same week. Exploring a range of dates around your desired travel period may reveal better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Fortaleza 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 total cost of your trip.

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Today’s best flight deals from Fortaleza to Cartagena

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2026-10-16 – 2026-10-28
FOR - Cartagena
70% AI deal score
$488
$717
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2026-10-16 – 2026-10-23
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$519
$724
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$732
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2026-09-22 – 2026-09-30
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$506
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$519
$744
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FOR - Cartagena
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$466
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FOR - Cartagena
71% AI deal score
$524
$762
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Fortaleza to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena

For cheap flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena, fares typically range from $611–$853, with a median of $819. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a potentially favorable time to book. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, suggesting that finding exceptionally low prices on this route can be challenging.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Fortaleza to Cartagena, May stands out with a median fare of $742. April also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $758. Following these, June presents a median fare of $823, making these months generally more affordable for this long-haul journey.

A typical journey from Fortaleza to Cartagena takes approximately 31h 40m, including connections. This is a long-haul route covering a distance of 4389 km. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this extended travel time is common, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial for tracking fare changes.

How much is a round trip from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Regular price: $464 - $972

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena is between $464 and $972. The current lowest deal is $706 with City Connexion Airlines for travel from Aug 23-Aug 30.

now $706

Low $464

High $972

The cheapest time to fly from Fortaleza to Cartagena

The cheapest month to fly from Fort-de-France to Cartagena is May, with a median price of $742. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $823. Generally, prices are lower from April to May.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $742

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $823

Apr

May

Jun

Direct flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena

LATAM Chile

City Connexion Airlines

Copa Airlines

Avianca

Last-minute flights going from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FOR - Cartagena

Fortaleza (FOR) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$559

$1,342

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FOR - Cartagena

Fortaleza (FOR) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$744

$1,372

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FOR - Cartagena

Fortaleza (FOR) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$615

$1,378

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FOR - Cartagena

Fortaleza (FOR) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$570

$1,391

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FOR - Cartagena

Fortaleza (FOR) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$585

$1,426

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FOR - Cartagena

Fortaleza (FOR) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$568

$1,620

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena

8 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 30

$506 → $743

47%

7 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 23

$524 → $762

45%

7 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 23

$519 → $759

46%

11 nights

Feb 17 - Feb 28

$618 → $866

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Fortaleza - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Fortaleza to Cartagena are below the typical level at $706.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $742.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

Flights to Cartagena typically take 31h 40m, as this is a long-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

No direct flights are available; connecting flights with 2 stopovers are typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

LATAM Chile offers the most deals

LATAM Chile historically offers the most deals for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena are historically rare, so book when you see a good price.

Fortaleza main airports to depart from

Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International (FOR)

Cheapest

Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International is the cheapest option for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$683

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Rafael Núñez International Airport is the primary gateway to Cartagena, offering convenient access for your trip.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$683

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.

📍 ~100 km from Cartagena (travel time can be affected by traffic on the Vía al Mar highway).

💸 Flights from ~$717

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From FOR

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Aug 30

Cartagena, Colombia

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$1,948

$1,382

Save $566

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From FOR

Elite

Aug 30

Cartagena, Colombia

88% AI deal score

$1,922

$1,382

Save $540

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From FOR

Elite

Aug 30

Cartagena, Colombia

88% AI deal score

$1,911

$1,382

Save $529

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From FOR

Elite

Aug 31

Cartagena, Colombia

88% AI deal score

$1,952

$1,405

Save $547

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From FOR

Elite

Aug 31

Cartagena, Colombia

88% AI deal score

$1,944

$1,405

Save $539

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From FOR

Elite

Aug 30

Cartagena, Colombia

87% AI deal score

$1,862

$1,382

Save $480

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From FOR

Elite

Aug 30

Cartagena, Colombia

87% AI deal score

$1,892

$1,382

Save $510

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From FOR

Elite

Aug 31

Cartagena, Colombia

87% AI deal score

$1,888

$1,405

Save $483

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From FOR

Elite

Aug 31

Cartagena, Colombia

87% AI deal score

$1,907

$1,405

Save $502

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From FOR

Elite

Aug 31

Cartagena, Colombia

87% AI deal score

$1,918

$1,405

Save $513

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From FOR

Elite

Sep 02

Cartagena, Colombia

87% AI deal score

$1,933

$1,419

Save $514

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From FOR

Elite

Sep 02

Cartagena, Colombia

82% AI deal score

$1,903

$1,419

Save $484

LATAM Chile

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

Finding affordable flights often involves comparing prices from various airlines and online travel agencies. Consider being flexible with your travel dates and checking different times of the day for potential savings. Setting up price alerts can also help you monitor fare changes.

Booking in advance can sometimes lead to better prices, but last-minute deals can also appear. It's often recommended to monitor prices over a period of time to identify trends. Mid-week bookings may sometimes offer different pricing compared to weekends.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or different pricing. While it may add to your travel time, the potential savings could make it a worthwhile consideration. Always factor in the cost and time of ground transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Fortaleza to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Regular price: $464 - $972

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena is between $464 and $972. The current lowest deal is $706 with City Connexion Airlines for travel from Aug 23-Aug 30.

now $706

Low $464

High $972

The cheapest time to fly from Fortaleza to Cartagena

May

Cheapest

Flights from $742

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $823

Apr

May

Jun

Direct flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena

LATAM Chile

City Connexion Airlines

Copa Airlines

Avianca

Last-minute flights going from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FOR - Cartagena

Fortaleza (FOR) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$559

$1,342

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FOR - Cartagena

Fortaleza (FOR) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$744

$1,372

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FOR - Cartagena

Fortaleza (FOR) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$615

$1,378

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FOR - Cartagena

Fortaleza (FOR) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$570

$1,391

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FOR - Cartagena

Fortaleza (FOR) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$585

$1,426

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FOR - Cartagena

Fortaleza (FOR) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$568

$1,620

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena

8 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 30

$506 → $743

47%

7 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 23

$524 → $762

45%

7 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 23

$519 → $759

46%

11 nights

Feb 17 - Feb 28

$618 → $866

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Fortaleza - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Fortaleza to Cartagena are below the typical level at $706.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $742.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

Flights to Cartagena typically take 31h 40m, as this is a long-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

No direct flights are available; connecting flights with 2 stopovers are typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

LATAM Chile offers the most deals

LATAM Chile historically offers the most deals for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena are historically rare, so book when you see a good price.

Fortaleza main airports to depart from

Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International (FOR)

Cheapest

Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International is the cheapest option for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$683

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Rafael Núñez International Airport is the primary gateway to Cartagena, offering convenient access for your trip.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$683

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.

Cartagena, Colombia

82% AI deal score

$1,903

$1,419

Save $484

LATAM Chile

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

Cheap Flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Today’s best flight deals from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Fortaleza to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from Fortaleza to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Direct flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Popular Airports to fly from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Fortaleza - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in May for the best prices

Expect a long-haul flight

Connecting flights are dominant

LATAM Chile offers the most deals

Deals are rare for this route

Fortaleza 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

Aug 30

Aug 30

Aug 30

Aug 31

Aug 31

Aug 30

Aug 30

Aug 31

Aug 31

Aug 31

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Sep 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

How can I find cheap flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena?

When should I book flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena?

Are direct flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Fortaleza to Cartagena flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Fortaleza

Flights to Cartagena from other cities

Fortaleza to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from Fortaleza to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Direct flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Popular Airports to fly from Fortaleza to Cartagena

Fortaleza - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in May for the best prices

Expect a long-haul flight

Connecting flights are dominant

LATAM Chile offers the most deals

Deals are rare for this route

Fortaleza 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

Aug 30

Aug 30

Aug 30

Aug 31

Aug 31

Aug 30

Aug 30

Aug 31

Aug 31

Aug 31

Sep 02

Sep 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

How can I find cheap flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena?

When should I book flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Fortaleza to Cartagena?