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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more connections can often be cheaper, especially if you are willing to spend more time traveling. Consider your priorities for cost versus convenience.

Can flexible travel dates help on Montevideo to Cartagena flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Traveling during off-peak seasons or on weekdays often results in lower fares compared to weekends or popular holiday periods. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may reveal more affordable options.

What extra costs should I check before booking Montevideo 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. Understanding these additional expenses can help you calculate the true total cost of your trip.

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Montevideo to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Montevideo to Cartagena

A typical journey from Montevideo to Cartagena takes about 15h 2m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 5437 kilometers. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the time spent in transit and during layovers.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Montevideo to Cartagena, prices typically range from $361–$513, with a median of $444. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level. Only 9% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare can be challenging.

The cheapest time to fly from Montevideo to Cartagena is typically in December, with a median fare of $321. Other affordable months include February, where the median fare is $332, and April, with a median fare of $407. Planning your trip during these months could lead to more favorable prices.

Most itineraries from Montevideo to Cartagena connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to make multiple stops on your journey to Cartagena.

How much is a round trip from Montevideo to Cartagena

Regular price: $520 - $918

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

The regular price range for flights from Montevideo to Cartagena is USD 520 to USD 918. The current lowest deal is USD 420 with Copa Airlines, for travel from Sep 8-Sep 15.

now $420

Low $520

High $918

The cheapest time to fly from Montevideo to Cartagena

The cheapest month to fly from MVD to CTG is December, with a median price of $321. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $876. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $321

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $876

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Montevideo to Cartagena

Copa Airlines

Avianca

LATAM Chile

Last-minute flights going from Montevideo to Cartagena

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Cartagena

Montevideo (MVD) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$659

$506

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Cartagena

Montevideo (MVD) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$628

$451

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Cartagena

Montevideo (MVD) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$573

$648

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Cartagena

Montevideo (MVD) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$569

$549

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Cartagena

Montevideo (MVD) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$568

$651

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Cartagena

Montevideo (MVD) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$563

$734

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 13

$670 → $417

38%

7 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 14

$628 → $451

28%

10 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 19

$587 → $434

26%

6 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 8

$659 → $506

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Montevideo to Cartagena

Montevideo - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Montevideo to Cartagena are below the typical level, with 9% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $321.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 15h 2m long.

Flights from Montevideo to Cartagena typically take 15h 2m, with 2 stopovers on connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are dominant, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers deals on this route.

Copa Airlines is a prominent carrier on this route, offering deals from Montevideo to Cartagena.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider deals from Copa Airlines.

For flights from Montevideo to Cartagena, consider deals from Copa Airlines, with a recent deal at $420.

Montevideo main airports to depart from

Carrasco International (MVD)

Cheapest

Carrasco International Airport (MVD) is the cheapest option for flights from Montevideo to Cartagena.

📍 ~20 km from Montevideo city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$505

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Rafael Núñez International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights to Cartagena.

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

💸 Flights from ~$505

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~95 km from Cartagena (reachable by car, approx. 1.5 to 2 hours drive, but traffic congestion can vary).

💸 Flights from ~$578

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From MVD

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Feb 21

Cartagena, Colombia

94% AI deal score

$2,504

$1,223

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From MVD

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Cartagena, Colombia

94% AI deal score

$2,493

$1,223

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Business Class

From MVD

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Feb 04

Cartagena, Colombia

94% AI deal score

$2,501

$1,223

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Business Class

From MVD

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Feb 11

Cartagena, Colombia

94% AI deal score

$2,512

$1,223

Save $1,289

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Business Class

From MVD

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Feb 11

Cartagena, Colombia

94% AI deal score

$2,499

$1,223

Save $1,276

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Business Class

From MVD

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Sep 14

Cartagena, Colombia

94% AI deal score

$2,487

$1,245

Save $1,242

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From MVD

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Jan 29

Cartagena, Colombia

94% AI deal score

$2,558

$1,253

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From MVD

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Sep 10

Cartagena, Colombia

94% AI deal score

$2,471

$1,290

Save $1,181

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From MVD

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Feb 04

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$2,363

$1,223

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Aerolíneas Argentinas

Business Class

From MVD

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Feb 11

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$2,397

$1,223

Save $1,174

Aerolíneas Argentinas

Business Class

From MVD

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Feb 04

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$2,349

$1,223

Save $1,126

Aerolíneas Argentinas

Business Class

From MVD

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Feb 18

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$2,408

$1,223

Save $1,185

Aerolíneas Argentinas

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 across different airlines and booking platforms can also help you identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you decide the optimal booking moment. Mid-week bookings are sometimes associated with better deals.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Montevideo to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Montevideo to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from Montevideo to Cartagena

Regular price: $520 - $918

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

The regular price range for flights from Montevideo to Cartagena is USD 520 to USD 918. The current lowest deal is USD 420 with Copa Airlines, for travel from Sep 8-Sep 15.

now $420

Low $520

High $918

The cheapest time to fly from Montevideo to Cartagena

December

Cheapest

Flights from $321

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $876

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Montevideo to Cartagena

Copa Airlines

Avianca

LATAM Chile

Last-minute flights going from Montevideo to Cartagena

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Cartagena

Montevideo (MVD) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$659

$506

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Cartagena

Montevideo (MVD) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$628

$451

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Cartagena

Montevideo (MVD) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$573

$648

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Cartagena

Montevideo (MVD) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$569

$549

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Cartagena

Montevideo (MVD) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$568

$651

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - Cartagena

Montevideo (MVD) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$563

$734

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 13

$670 → $417

38%

7 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 14

$628 → $451

28%

10 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 19

$587 → $434

26%

6 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 8

$659 → $506

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Montevideo to Cartagena

Montevideo - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Montevideo to Cartagena are below the typical level, with 9% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $321.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 15h 2m long.

Flights from Montevideo to Cartagena typically take 15h 2m, with 2 stopovers on connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are dominant, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers deals on this route.

Copa Airlines is a prominent carrier on this route, offering deals from Montevideo to Cartagena.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider deals from Copa Airlines.

For flights from Montevideo to Cartagena, consider deals from Copa Airlines, with a recent deal at $420.

Montevideo main airports to depart from

Carrasco International (MVD)

Cheapest

Carrasco International Airport (MVD) is the cheapest option for flights from Montevideo to Cartagena.

📍 ~20 km from Montevideo city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$505

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Rafael Núñez International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights to Cartagena.

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

💸 Flights from ~$505

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ)

Cheapest

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

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$2,408

$1,223

Save $1,185

Aerolíneas Argentinas

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

Cheap Flights from Montevideo to Cartagena

Today’s best flight deals from Montevideo to Cartagena

Montevideo to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Montevideo to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from Montevideo to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from Montevideo to Cartagena

Direct flights from Montevideo to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from Montevideo to Cartagena

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

Popular Airports to fly from Montevideo to Cartagena

Montevideo - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

December is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Flights are typically 15h 2m long.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Copa Airlines offers deals on this route.

Consider deals from Copa Airlines.

Montevideo 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

Feb 21

Feb 18

Feb 04

Feb 11

Feb 11

Sep 14

Jan 29

Sep 10

Feb 04

Feb 11

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Feb 18

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

How can I find cheap flights from Montevideo to Cartagena?

When should I book flights from Montevideo to Cartagena?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Montevideo to Cartagena flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Montevideo

Flights to Cartagena from other cities

Montevideo to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Montevideo to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from Montevideo to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from Montevideo to Cartagena

Direct flights from Montevideo to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from Montevideo to Cartagena

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

Popular Airports to fly from Montevideo to Cartagena

Montevideo - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

December is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Flights are typically 15h 2m long.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Copa Airlines offers deals on this route.

Consider deals from Copa Airlines.

Montevideo 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

Feb 21

Feb 18

Feb 04

Feb 11

Feb 11

Sep 14

Jan 29

Sep 10

Feb 04

Feb 11

Feb 04

Feb 18

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

How can I find cheap flights from Montevideo to Cartagena?

When should I book flights from Montevideo to Cartagena?

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