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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more stops can sometimes be more economical, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Quito to Cartagena flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Mid-week travel or flying during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may reveal more affordable options.

What extra costs should I check before booking Quito 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 fees helps you calculate the true cost of your trip.

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Quito to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Quito to Cartagena

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Quito to Cartagena, fares are significantly below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $392–$626, with a median of $518. No recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that current pricing offers a notable advantage.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Quito to Cartagena? Historically, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $268. November also offers competitive prices, with a median of $350. Even September presents a more favorable median fare of $513 compared to the overall typical range.

Most itineraries for flights from Quito to Cartagena involve connections, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights. For the majority of journeys, you can expect to make 2 connections.

How long is the flight from Quito to Cartagena? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 12h 37m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

The distance between Quito and Cartagena is 1216 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Quito to Cartagena

Regular price: $258 - $471

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

The regular price range for flights from Quito to Cartagena is between $258 and $471. The current lowest deal is $313 with Copa Airlines, for travel from Oct 25-Oct 28.

now $313

Low $258

High $471

The cheapest time to fly from Quito to Cartagena

The cheapest month to fly from UIO to CTG is January, with a median price of $268. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $765. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $268

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $765

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Quito to Cartagena

Copa Airlines

Avianca

LATAM Chile

Last-minute flights going from Quito to Cartagena

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Cartagena

Quito (UIO) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$384

$410

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Cartagena

Quito (UIO) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$358

$357

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Cartagena

Quito (UIO) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$355

$357

One-way

Fri, Oct 16

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Cartagena

Quito (UIO) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$334

$316

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Cartagena

Quito (UIO) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$332

$324

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Cartagena

Quito (UIO) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$326

$324

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 16

$374 → $307

18%

3 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 28

$298 → $270

3 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 22

$328 → $305

2 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 27

$299 → $278

Popular Airports to fly from Quito to Cartagena

Quito - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Quito to Cartagena are below the typical level at $313.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $268

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $268.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 37m

Connecting flights from Quito to Cartagena typically average 12h 37m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers 77 deals

Copa Airlines has 77 direct deals, more than any other airline on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals from Quito to Cartagena appear regularly, with good prices often available.

Quito main airports to depart from

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Cheapest

Mariscal Sucre International Airport is the cheapest option for flights from Quito to Cartagena.

📍 ~14 km from Quito (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$306

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$311

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~100 km from Cartagena (reachable by car, but traffic congestion can vary).

💸 Flights from ~$386

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Oct 10

Cartagena, Colombia

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Oct 11

Cartagena, Colombia

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$1,235

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Cartagena, Colombia

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$1,258

$588

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From UIO

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Cartagena, Colombia

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$1,235

$589

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Business Class

From UIO

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Cartagena, Colombia

84% AI deal score

$1,235

$596

Save $639

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From UIO

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Cartagena, Colombia

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$1,206

$596

Save $610

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Business Class

From UIO

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Cartagena, Colombia

83% AI deal score

$1,229

$597

Save $632

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From UIO

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Cartagena, Colombia

83% AI deal score

$1,226

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Cartagena, Colombia

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$1,243

$606

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Cartagena, Colombia

83% AI deal score

$1,243

$608

Save $635

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Cartagena, Colombia

82% AI deal score

$1,231

$633

Save $598

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Business Class

From UIO

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Cartagena, Colombia

81% AI deal score

$1,270

$680

Save $590

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. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various airlines and online travel agencies. Look out for deals and promotions that airlines may offer periodically.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so it's often beneficial to monitor fares over time. Last-minute deals are less common but can occasionally appear.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover alternative flight options. While it may involve additional ground transportation, the potential savings on airfare can make it worthwhile. Always factor in the total cost and travel time.

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Quito to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Quito to Cartagena

Most itineraries for flights from Quito to Cartagena involve connections, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights. For the majority of journeys, you can expect to make 2 connections.

The distance between Quito and Cartagena is 1216 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Quito to Cartagena

Regular price: $258 - $471

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

The regular price range for flights from Quito to Cartagena is between $258 and $471. The current lowest deal is $313 with Copa Airlines, for travel from Oct 25-Oct 28.

now $313

Low $258

High $471

The cheapest time to fly from Quito to Cartagena

January

Cheapest

Flights from $268

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $765

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Quito to Cartagena

Copa Airlines

Avianca

LATAM Chile

Last-minute flights going from Quito to Cartagena

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Cartagena

Quito (UIO) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$384

$410

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Cartagena

Quito (UIO) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$358

$357

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Cartagena

Quito (UIO) - Cartagena (CTG)

Avianca

$355

$357

One-way

Fri, Oct 16

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Cartagena

Quito (UIO) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$334

$316

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Cartagena

Quito (UIO) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$332

$324

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Cartagena

Quito (UIO) - Cartagena (CTG)

Copa Airlines

$326

$324

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 16

$374 → $307

18%

3 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 28

$298 → $270

3 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 22

$328 → $305

2 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 27

$299 → $278

Popular Airports to fly from Quito to Cartagena

Quito - Cartagena route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Quito to Cartagena are below the typical level at $313.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $268

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $268.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 37m

Connecting flights from Quito to Cartagena typically average 12h 37m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers 77 deals

Copa Airlines has 77 direct deals, more than any other airline on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals from Quito to Cartagena appear regularly, with good prices often available.

Quito main airports to depart from

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Cheapest

Mariscal Sucre International Airport is the cheapest option for flights from Quito to Cartagena.

📍 ~14 km from Quito (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$306

Cartagena main airports to arrive at

Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$311

Airports nearby Cartagena used as alternative

Ernesto Cortissoz International (BAQ)

Cheapest

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

Cartagena, Colombia

81% AI deal score

$1,270

$680

Save $590

LATAM Chile

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

Cheap Flights from Quito to Cartagena

Today’s best flight deals from Quito to Cartagena

Quito to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Quito to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from Quito to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from Quito to Cartagena

Direct flights from Quito to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from Quito to Cartagena

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

Popular Airports to fly from Quito to Cartagena

Quito - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January is historically cheapest at $268

Connecting flights average 12h 37m

Connecting flights are dominant

Copa Airlines offers 77 deals

Deals appear regularly

Quito 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

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Oct 11

Oct 11

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

How can I find cheap flights from Quito to Cartagena?

When should I book flights from Quito to Cartagena?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Quito to Cartagena flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Quito

Flights to Cartagena from other cities

Quito to Cartagena: Overview

Insights for flights from Quito to Cartagena

How much is a round trip from Quito to Cartagena

The cheapest time to fly from Quito to Cartagena

Direct flights from Quito to Cartagena

Last-minute flights going from Quito to Cartagena

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

Popular Airports to fly from Quito to Cartagena

Quito - Cartagena route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January is historically cheapest at $268

Connecting flights average 12h 37m

Connecting flights are dominant

Copa Airlines offers 77 deals

Deals appear regularly

Quito 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 10

Oct 11

Oct 11

Oct 10

Oct 11

Oct 10

Oct 20

Oct 19

Oct 25

Oct 26

Oct 21

Oct 25

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cartagena

How can I find cheap flights from Quito to Cartagena?

When should I book flights from Quito to Cartagena?

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