$123 Cheap flights to Cartagena

Users planning a flight to Cartagena during the months of September, October, or November should anticipate rain. There are still things to do in Cartagena even when it's raining, though. Those looking for a great museum with interesting exhibits should take time out of their trip to Cartagena to go see Palacio de la Inquisición. Palacio de la Inquisición is particularly popular with tourists when the weather in Cartagena is not ideal.

The month of January, February, or March is often the best time to visit Cartagena to go to the beach due to the weather. Playa de Marbella is the most often visited beach in the area. For those looking to visit another area beach, Playa de Bocagrande is a great option in the Cartagena area.

The ideal time to book your flight to Cartagena is 54 days in advance when prices tend to average $549. Keep in mind that you might be able to find cheaper flights to Cartagena at any time. In fact, our users found flights for as low as $361 in the past 72 hours.

Those flying to Cartagena could potentially find better pricing at Barranquilla E Cortissoz Airport (59 mi from Cartagena city center), Tolú Golfo de Morrosquillo Airport (61 mi from Cartagena city center), Corozal Airport (74 mi from Cartagena city center) or Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport (99 mi from Cartagena city center) depending on the month and departure airport.

Santa Marta Simon Bolivar Airport has an average price of $130 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Cartagena. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

Prices for flights to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport are updated daily.

As of August 2026, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport.

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport.

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.