Are direct flights from São Paulo to Cartagena always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more layovers can often be more affordable. Consider your priorities, whether it's cost savings or a quicker journey, when making your choice.

Can flexible travel dates help on São Paulo to Cartagena flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or those during off-peak seasons usually offer better value than weekend or holiday travel. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking São Paulo 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 budget accurately for your trip.

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São Paulo to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena

For travelers looking for cheap flights from São Paulo to Cartagena, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $224. This is closely followed by October, where the median fare is $225, and December, with a median of $237. These months offer the best opportunities for cost-effective travel on this route.

Fares for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena typically range from $245 to $579, with a median price of $346. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Approximately 15% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that while deals are available, they represent a smaller portion of the overall market. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

Most itineraries for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should expect at least one stop on your journey.

A typical journey from São Paulo to Cartagena, including connections, takes about 12h 50m. This duration reflects the common itineraries available, which often involve at least one stopover, given the absence of direct flights on this route.

The distance between São Paulo and Cartagena is approximately 4916 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance contributes to the longer journey times and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from São Paulo to Cartagena

Regular price: $598 - $780

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena is $598-$780. The current lowest deal is $316 with Copa Airlines for travel from Aug 22-Aug 23.

now $316

Low $598

High $780

The cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to Cartagena

The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Cartagena is November, with a median price of $224. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $599. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $224

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $599

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from São Paulo to Cartagena

Copa Airlines

Last-minute flights going from São Paulo to Cartagena

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Cartagena

São Paulo (GRU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$708

$317

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Cartagena

São Paulo (GRU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$603

$317

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Cartagena

São Paulo (GRU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$543

$317

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Cartagena

São Paulo (GRU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$704

$318

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Cartagena

São Paulo (GRU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$601

$318

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Cartagena

São Paulo (GRU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$596

$316

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena

1 night

Aug 22 - Aug 23

$715 → $316

56%

3 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 21

$708 → $318

55%

4 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 22

$704 → $319

55%

4 nights

Aug 23 - Aug 27

$656 → $339

48%

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Cartagena

São Paulo - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from São Paulo to Cartagena are below the typical level of $346.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $224.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 12h 50m

Flights from São Paulo to Cartagena typically involve one stop, with a median duration of 12h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are the only option for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers deals

Copa Airlines frequently offers deals on connecting flights for the São Paulo to Cartagena route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from São Paulo to Cartagena are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

São Paulo main airports to depart from

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Cheapest

Consider São Paulo–Guarulhos International for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena, often offering the cheapest fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~$445

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Rafael Núñez International Airport is the most affordable option for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena.

📍 ~10 km from Cartagena (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$445

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ)

Cheapest

Ernesto Cortissoz International is a practical alternative due to its proximity and status as a major hub.

📍 ~100 km from Cartagena (reachable by car, approx. 1.5 to 2 hours drive, but traffic congestion can vary)

💸 Flights from ~$441

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From GRU

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Oct 28

Cartagena, Colombia

95% AI deal score

$1,995

$659

Save $1,336

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Business Class

From GRU

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Oct 29

Cartagena, Colombia

95% AI deal score

$1,960

$666

Save $1,294

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From GRU

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Sep 01

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$1,792

$724

Save $1,068

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From GRU

Elite

Sep 08

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$1,866

$748

Save $1,118

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From GRU

Elite

Sep 09

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$1,873

$756

Save $1,117

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From GRU

Elite

Sep 04

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$1,769

$756

Save $1,013

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From GRU

Elite

Sep 01

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$1,885

$765

Save $1,120

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From GRU

Elite

Sep 01

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$1,844

$769

Save $1,075

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From GRU

Elite

Aug 31

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$1,835

$778

Save $1,057

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From GRU

Elite

Sep 01

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$1,790

$780

Save $1,010

LATAM Chile

Business Class

From GRU

Elite

Sep 01

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$1,893

$780

Save $1,113

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Business Class

From GRU

Elite

Aug 27

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$1,846

$781

Save $1,065

LATAM Chile

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 sites can often reveal better deals. Also, looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower fares than direct options.

Booking in advance is often recommended, as prices may increase closer to the departure date. However, sometimes last-minute deals can appear, though this is less common. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

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

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São Paulo to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from São Paulo to Cartagena

Regular price: $598 - $780

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena is $598-$780. The current lowest deal is $316 with Copa Airlines for travel from Aug 22-Aug 23.

now $316

Low $598

High $780

The cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to Cartagena

November

Cheapest

Flights from $224

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $599

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from São Paulo to Cartagena

Copa Airlines

Last-minute flights going from São Paulo to Cartagena

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Cartagena

São Paulo (GRU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$708

$317

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Cartagena

São Paulo (GRU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$603

$317

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Cartagena

São Paulo (GRU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$543

$317

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Cartagena

São Paulo (GRU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$704

$318

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Cartagena

São Paulo (GRU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$601

$318

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Cartagena

São Paulo (GRU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$596

$316

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena

1 night

Aug 22 - Aug 23

$715 → $316

56%

3 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 21

$708 → $318

55%

4 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 22

$704 → $319

55%

4 nights

Aug 23 - Aug 27

$656 → $339

48%

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Cartagena

São Paulo - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from São Paulo to Cartagena are below the typical level of $346.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $224.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 12h 50m

Flights from São Paulo to Cartagena typically involve one stop, with a median duration of 12h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are the only option for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers deals

Copa Airlines frequently offers deals on connecting flights for the São Paulo to Cartagena route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from São Paulo to Cartagena are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

São Paulo main airports to depart from

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Cheapest

Consider São Paulo–Guarulhos International for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena, often offering the cheapest fares.

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

💸 Flights from ~$445

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

Rafael Núñez International Airport is the most affordable option for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena.

📍 ~10 km from Cartagena (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$445

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ)

Cheapest

Ernesto Cortissoz International is a practical alternative due to its proximity and status as a major hub.

Cartagena, Colombia

93% AI deal score

$1,846

$781

Save $1,065

LATAM Chile

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

Cheap Flights from São Paulo to Cartagena

Today’s best flight deals from São Paulo to Cartagena

São Paulo to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from São Paulo to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to Cartagena

Direct flights from São Paulo to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from São Paulo to Cartagena

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Cartagena

São Paulo - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Connecting flights take 12h 50m

Connecting flights are dominant

Copa Airlines offers deals

Deals are frequent on this route

São Paulo 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 28

Oct 29

Sep 01

Sep 08

Sep 09

Sep 04

Sep 01

Sep 01

Aug 31

Sep 01

Sep 01

Aug 27

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

How can I find cheap flights from São Paulo to Cartagena?

When should I book flights from São Paulo to Cartagena?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena?

Are direct flights from São Paulo to Cartagena always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on São Paulo to Cartagena flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from São Paulo

Flights to Cartagena from other cities

São Paulo to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from São Paulo to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to Cartagena

Direct flights from São Paulo to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from São Paulo to Cartagena

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Cartagena

São Paulo - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Connecting flights take 12h 50m

Connecting flights are dominant

Copa Airlines offers deals

Deals are frequent on this route

São Paulo 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 28

Oct 29

Sep 01

Sep 08

Sep 09

Sep 04

Sep 01

Sep 01

Aug 31

Sep 01

Sep 01

Aug 27

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

How can I find cheap flights from São Paulo to Cartagena?

When should I book flights from São Paulo to Cartagena?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from São Paulo to Cartagena?