Are there direct flights from Lima to Cartagena?

Direct flights from Lima to Cartagena are available, making up approximately 19.5% of all flight options in the trailing 90 days. For flights that include stopovers, the typical number of stops is one. Travelers can choose between direct and connecting options based on their preferences for travel time and convenience.

How many hours is the flight from Lima to Cartagena?

The typical direct flight from Lima to Cartagena has a duration of 3 hours and 50 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to 6 hours and 35 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 2504 kilometers. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

How much more do direct flights from Lima to Cartagena cost?

Historically, direct flights from Lima to Cartagena are about 6% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight has been $250, while connecting flights typically have a median price of $236. Direct flights constitute approximately 24.5% of the available options over the trailing 90 days. This premium reflects the convenience of non-stop travel.

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Lima to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Lima to Cartagena

Flights from Lima to Cartagena cover a distance of 2504 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you'll typically be in the air for a significant period, often involving connections to reach your destination.

For those seeking cheap flights from Lima to Cartagena, fares typically range from $221–$523, with a median of $352. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 13% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lima to Cartagena? The data shows that September is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $221. Other cost-effective options include January, with a median fare of $224, and April, where the median fare is $226. Planning your trip during these months could lead to substantial savings.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 19.5% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should generally expect a layover on your journey from Lima to Cartagena.

A typical journey from Lima to Cartagena takes approximately 7h 25m, including connections. Since most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the total travel time from departure to arrival, accounting for layovers.

How much is a round trip from Lima to Cartagena

Regular price: $268 - $523

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

The regular price range for this route is between 268 USD and 523 USD. The current lowest deal is 244 USD with B&H Airlines for travel from Aug 24-Aug 30.

now $244

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The cheapest time to fly from Lima to Cartagena

The cheapest month to fly from Lima to Cartagena is September, with a median price of $221. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $508. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

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Flights from $221

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Direct flights from Lima to Cartagena

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Last-minute flights going from Lima to Cartagena

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LIM - Cartagena

Lima (LIM) - Cartagena (CTG)

B&H Airlines

$465

$302

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

LIM - Cartagena

Lima (LIM) - Cartagena (CTG)

B&H Airlines

$464

$320

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⌛ Last-Minute

LIM - Cartagena

Lima (LIM) - Cartagena (CTG)

B&H Airlines

$455

$323

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⌛ Last-Minute

LIM - Cartagena

Lima (LIM) - Cartagena (CTG)

B&H Airlines

$307

$248

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⌛ Last-Minute

LIM - Cartagena

Lima (LIM) - Cartagena (CTG)

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$290

$262

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LIM - Cartagena

Lima (LIM) - Cartagena (CTG)

B&H Airlines

$445

$290

One-way

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

4 nights

Jul 10 - Jul 14

$626 → $404

35%

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Jul 7 - Jul 9

$658 → $437

34%

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Jul 11 - Jul 14

$621 → $402

35%

4 nights

Jul 9 - Jul 13

$648 → $432

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Lima to Cartagena

Lima - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Lima to Cartagena are above the typical level at $244.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September offers the lowest median prices at $221 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Medium-haul flights, 7h 25m median duration

Flights from Lima to Cartagena are typically medium-haul, lasting 7 hours 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant (80.5%)

Connecting flights are more common, with 1 stopover being typical for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

B&H Airlines offers direct flights

B&H Airlines has historically offered direct flights from Lima to Cartagena.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Lima to Cartagena are offered frequently.

Lima main airports to depart from

Jorge Chávez International (LIM)

Cheapest

Jorge Chávez International Airport is a great choice for flights from Lima to Cartagena.

📍 ~10 km from Lima (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$302

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Arrive at Rafael Núñez International Airport for convenient access to Cartagena and its surrounding areas.

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

💸 Flights from ~$278

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$319

Simón Bolívar International (SMR)

Cheapest

Simón Bolívar International is a major coastal hub, offering reliable alternative domestic connections within Colombia.

📍 ~170 km from Cartagena (reachable by car, approx. 4 hours drive).

💸 Flights from ~$278

Los Garzones (MTR)

Los Garzones is an important regional airport serving the Caribbean south with good flight availability.

📍 ~177 km from Cartagena (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$318

Golfo de Morrosquillo (TLU)

Golfo de Morrosquillo is geographically close to Cartagena and useful for specific regional routes.

📍 ~100 km from Cartagena (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$620

Las Brujas (CZU)

Las Brujas offers an alternative regional access point for the Sucre department, with limited commercial flights.

📍 ~150 km from Cartagena (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$539

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cartagena

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Cartagena, Colombia

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Cartagena, Colombia

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Lima to Cartagena are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $245. Booking within 6 days of departure sees the average price rise to $264. For travelers planning further ahead, booking 60 or more days out usually results in an average price of $320.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Lima to Cartagena is considered to be $221 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $352. Prices can go higher, with 75% of fares being $523 or less. These figures are based on observed prices over the trailing 90 days.

Historically, September has been one of the cheapest months to fly from Lima to Cartagena, with a median price of $221. January and April also offer competitive prices, with median fares of $224 and $226 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $352, indicating that certain months offer significant savings. These insights are based on data collected over the trailing 270 days.

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Lima to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Lima to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from Lima to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from Lima to Cartagena

Direct flights from Lima to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from Lima to Cartagena

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

Popular Airports to fly from Lima to Cartagena

Lima - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in September for the best prices

Medium-haul flights, 7h 25m median duration

Connecting flights are dominant (80.5%)

B&H Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Lima main airports to depart from

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

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