Are direct flights from San Juan to Cartagena always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, flights with connections can sometimes be more affordable. It's often a trade-off between cost savings and the desire for a quicker journey.

Can flexible travel dates help on San Juan to Cartagena flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Mid-week travel or flying during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares compared to weekends or popular holiday periods. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days can sometimes make a difference.

What extra costs should I check before booking San Juan 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. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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2026-10-04 – 2026-10-11
SJU - Cartagena
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San Juan to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from San Juan to Cartagena

The journey from San Juan to Cartagena covers a distance of 1,356 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. While the distance is relatively short, the typical journey often involves connections, extending the overall travel time.

For those seeking cheap flights from San Juan to Cartagena, fares typically range from $166 to $338, with a median price of $276. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level. Approximately 17% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a lower fare requires some flexibility and timely booking.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Juan to Cartagena? You'll find the most affordable median fares in February at $146, followed by March at $154, and January at $162. These months present the best opportunities for securing a lower price on this route.

Most itineraries for flights from San Juan to Cartagena connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which significantly impacts the overall travel duration.

How long is the flight from San Juan to Cartagena? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 12 hours and 24 minutes. Since almost all itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the time spent in transit and during layovers.

How much is a round trip from San Juan to Cartagena

Regular price: $268 - $453

Prices for flights from San Juan to Cartagena are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from San Juan to Cartagena typically range from $268 to $453. The current lowest deal is $303 with Copa Airlines, for travel from Oct 4-Oct 11.

now $303

Low $268

High $453

The cheapest time to fly from San Juan to Cartagena

The cheapest month to fly from San Juan to Cartagena is February, with a median price of $146. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $528. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $146

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $528

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Juan to Cartagena

Copa Airlines

Avianca

B&H Airlines

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from San Juan to Cartagena

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SJU - Cartagena

San Juan (SJU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$574

$436

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SJU - Cartagena

San Juan (SJU) - Cartagena (CTG)

JetBlue Airways, Maersk Air

$431

$703

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SJU - Cartagena

San Juan (SJU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, AeroRepública

$339

$434

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SJU - Cartagena

San Juan (SJU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$341

$426

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SJU - Cartagena

San Juan (SJU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$340

$452

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SJU - Cartagena

San Juan (SJU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$382

$452

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Juan to Cartagena

3 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 15

$488 → $390

20%

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$466 → $391

16%

4 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 17

$468 → $401

14%

2 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 13

$480 → $417

13%

Popular Airports to fly from San Juan to Cartagena

San Juan - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from San Juan to Cartagena are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from San Juan to Cartagena, with a median price of $146.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 12h 24m with 2 stopovers

The typical flight duration from San Juan to Cartagena is 12h 24m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with no direct flights available in recent months.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers the most deals

Copa Airlines has offered 40 deals recently, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from San Juan to Cartagena appear frequently, with many options in the last 30 days.

San Juan main airports to depart from

Luis Muñoz Marín International (SJU)

Cheapest

Fly from San Juan to Cartagena from Luis Muñoz Marín International, offering a convenient departure point.

📍 ~11 km from San Juan (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$280

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$280

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ)

Cheapest

Ernesto Cortissoz International is a premier 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 ~$286

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From SJU

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Sep 26

Cartagena, Colombia

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$1,591

$780

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Business Class

From SJU

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Sep 26

Cartagena, Colombia

82% AI deal score

$1,633

$780

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Business Class

From SJU

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Sep 15

Cartagena, Colombia

82% AI deal score

$1,716

$811

Save $905

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Business Class

From SJU

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Sep 15

Cartagena, Colombia

80% AI deal score

$1,550

$811

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Copa Airlines

Business Class

From SJU

Elite

Sep 15

Cartagena, Colombia

80% AI deal score

$1,551

$811

Save $740

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Business Class

From SJU

Elite

Sep 20

Cartagena, Colombia

80% AI deal score

$1,564

$811

Save $753

Copa Airlines

Business Class

From SJU

Elite

Sep 20

Cartagena, Colombia

80% AI deal score

$1,563

$811

Save $752

Copa Airlines

Business Class

From SJU

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Sep 09

Cartagena, Colombia

80% AI deal score

$1,530

$811

Save $719

Copa Airlines

Business Class

From SJU

Elite

Sep 09

Cartagena, Colombia

80% AI deal score

$1,530

$811

Save $719

Copa Airlines

Business Class

From SJU

Elite

Sep 09

Cartagena, Colombia

80% AI deal score

$1,579

$811

Save $768

Copa Airlines

Business Class

From SJU

Elite

Sep 15

Cartagena, Colombia

77% AI deal score

$1,585

$949

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Copa Airlines

Business Class

From SJU

Elite

Sep 09

Cartagena, Colombia

77% AI deal score

$1,571

$949

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Copa Airlines

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 travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so it's wise to monitor fare trends. Prices may fluctuate based on demand and seasonality.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer alternative flight options or potentially lower fares. While not always necessary, expanding your search to include airports within a reasonable distance might uncover more choices. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to reach these airports.

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San Juan to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from San Juan to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from San Juan to Cartagena

Regular price: $268 - $453

Prices for flights from San Juan to Cartagena are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from San Juan to Cartagena typically range from $268 to $453. The current lowest deal is $303 with Copa Airlines, for travel from Oct 4-Oct 11.

now $303

Low $268

High $453

The cheapest time to fly from San Juan to Cartagena

February

Cheapest

Flights from $146

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $528

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Juan to Cartagena

Copa Airlines

Avianca

B&H Airlines

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from San Juan to Cartagena

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SJU - Cartagena

San Juan (SJU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$574

$436

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SJU - Cartagena

San Juan (SJU) - Cartagena (CTG)

JetBlue Airways, Maersk Air

$431

$703

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SJU - Cartagena

San Juan (SJU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, AeroRepública

$339

$434

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SJU - Cartagena

San Juan (SJU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$341

$426

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SJU - Cartagena

San Juan (SJU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$340

$452

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SJU - Cartagena

San Juan (SJU) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca, B&H Airlines

$382

$452

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Juan to Cartagena

3 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 15

$488 → $390

20%

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$466 → $391

16%

4 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 17

$468 → $401

14%

2 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 13

$480 → $417

13%

Popular Airports to fly from San Juan to Cartagena

San Juan - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from San Juan to Cartagena are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from San Juan to Cartagena, with a median price of $146.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 12h 24m with 2 stopovers

The typical flight duration from San Juan to Cartagena is 12h 24m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with no direct flights available in recent months.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers the most deals

Copa Airlines has offered 40 deals recently, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from San Juan to Cartagena appear frequently, with many options in the last 30 days.

San Juan main airports to depart from

Luis Muñoz Marín International (SJU)

Cheapest

Fly from San Juan to Cartagena from Luis Muñoz Marín International, offering a convenient departure point.

📍 ~11 km from San Juan (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$280

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$280

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ)

Cheapest

Ernesto Cortissoz International is a premier alternative due to its proximity and robust flight schedule.

Cartagena, Colombia

77% AI deal score

$1,571

$949

Save $622

Copa Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

Cheap Flights from San Juan to Cartagena

Today’s best flight deals from San Juan to Cartagena

San Juan to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from San Juan to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from San Juan to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from San Juan to Cartagena

Direct flights from San Juan to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from San Juan to Cartagena

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Juan to Cartagena

Popular Airports to fly from San Juan to Cartagena

San Juan - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Flights are typically 12h 24m with 2 stopovers

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Copa Airlines offers the most deals

Deals appear frequently for this route

San Juan 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

Sep 26

Sep 26

Sep 15

Sep 15

Sep 15

Sep 20

Sep 20

Sep 09

Sep 09

Sep 09

Sep 15

Sep 09

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

How can I find cheap flights from San Juan to Cartagena?

When should I book flights from San Juan to Cartagena?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from San Juan to Cartagena?

Are direct flights from San Juan to Cartagena always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on San Juan to Cartagena flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from San Juan

Flights to Cartagena from other cities

San Juan to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from San Juan to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from San Juan to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from San Juan to Cartagena

Direct flights from San Juan to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from San Juan to Cartagena

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Juan to Cartagena

Popular Airports to fly from San Juan to Cartagena

San Juan - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Flights are typically 12h 24m with 2 stopovers

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Copa Airlines offers the most deals

Deals appear frequently for this route

San Juan 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

Sep 26

Sep 26

Sep 15

Sep 15

Sep 15

Sep 20

Sep 20

Sep 09

Sep 09

Sep 09

Sep 15

Sep 09

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

How can I find cheap flights from San Juan to Cartagena?

When should I book flights from San Juan to Cartagena?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from San Juan to Cartagena?