Cheap Flights from Bogotá to Cartagena: The Complete Savings Guide

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Bogotá–Cartagena route at a glance

Fact	Detail
Direct flight time	~1 h 15 min
Distance	~660 km (about 410 miles)
Origin airport	Bogotá–El Dorado International (BOG)
Destination airport	Cartagena–Rafael Núñez International (CTG)
Direct airlines	Avianca, LATAM, Wingo, JetSMART
Cheapest months	April–May and September–November
Cheapest days	Tuesday and Wednesday

How long is the flight from Bogotá to Cartagena?

A direct flight from Bogotá to Cartagena takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes, north to the Caribbean coast. This is a pure direct corridor — every operator flies it non-stop — so do not book an itinerary that makes you change planes. With many departures a day, you can leave the capital after breakfast and be inside the walled city by lunchtime.

The approach into Rafael Núñez often offers views of the bay and the city’s old walls, so a window seat on the right side of the aircraft is worth it.

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Which airlines fly the route (and which are cheapest)

Avianca — the dominant carrier on the route, with the most departures across the day and a full-service product from its El Dorado hub. Broad schedule, usually a solid mid-price option.
LATAM — a strong competitor with frequent daily flights and regular sales. A dependable full-service choice when Avianca’s price spikes.
Wingo — the low-cost carrier on the route, frequently the price floor and the one to beat. Watch what the base fare includes.
JetSMART — the ultra-low-cost entrant, often the cheapest headline fare of all, with baggage, seat selection and other extras priced separately.

Because two low-cost carriers (Wingo and JetSMART) go head to head with two full-service airlines (Avianca and LATAM), this is one of the most competitive short domestic routes in Colombia. Before you book, compare every Bogotá–Cartagena flight at once on TopTravelCentre to see instantly which airline is cheapest for your exact date.

Airports: Bogotá–El Dorado (BOG) and Cartagena–Rafael Núñez (CTG)

Bogotá–El Dorado International (BOG)

Colombia’s main hub and busiest airport, west of central Bogotá. El Dorado is large, so arrive with time to spare — especially on Monday mornings and Friday evenings when traffic peaks. TransMilenio’s airport feeder and a free shuttle connect it to the city; taxis and ride-hailing are plentiful. As Avianca’s home base, departures here are especially frequent.

Cartagena–Rafael Núñez International (CTG)

A compact, well-located airport just a few minutes from the historic centre and the Hotel Zone — one of the great advantages of flying into Cartagena. Taxis, ride-hailing and hotel shuttles cover the short run into town for a modest fare. It can get crowded during peak tourism periods, so allow a little extra time on departure.

When is the cheapest time to fly Bogotá–Cartagena?

April–May and September–November — the cheapest months. Colombian domestic demand softens in these shoulder periods, and the low-cost carriers cut fares hardest here.
Tuesday and Wednesday — usually the cheapest days of the week to fly.
When to avoid on price: the December–January holiday rush, Semana Santa (Holy Week), long weekend puentes, and the peak June–August tourism season in Cartagena, when fares jump.

If you plan to connect onward to Europe from Bogotá afterward, pair this hop with our Bogotá to Madrid, Bogotá to Barcelona or Bogotá to Paris guides.

6 real tactics to get the cheapest flight

Fly Tuesday or Wednesday. The cheapest days on a domestic corridor like this.
Target April–May or September–November. Demand dips and the low-cost carriers discount hardest.
Book 2–4 weeks ahead. Enough to catch a sale, not so far out that fares have not been loaded.
Always compare Wingo and JetSMART against Avianca and LATAM. The low-cost headline fare is often — but not always — the winner.
Check what the base fare includes. On ultra-low-cost carriers a carry-on or seat can move the real total; sometimes the full-service fare is the better deal once extras are in.
Compare all four airlines at once. The only way to be sure. Our complete guide to finding cheap flights has more domestic tactics.

How much does a Bogotá–Cartagena flight cost? (price ranges)

Checked on 09/08/2026. Booked a few weeks ahead on a midweek date in low season, a one-way Bogotá–Cartagena ticket typically starts from about 35–70 USD on the low-cost carriers, with full-service fares often around 70–110 USD. Booked last-minute, on a long weekend, or during Semana Santa and the December holidays, the same ticket can climb to 120–180 USD or more. These are ranges, not guaranteed prices — always check the live fare for your date.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there direct flights from Bogotá to Cartagena?

Yes — Avianca, LATAM, Wingo and JetSMART fly the route non-stop, with many departures a day. The flight takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.

Which airline is cheapest?

It changes by date, but the low-cost carriers — Wingo and JetSMART — most often set the lowest fares, with Avianca and LATAM competing on schedule and convenience. Always compare all four for your exact date.

How long is the flight?

About 1 hour 15 minutes, direct. There is no reason to connect on this route.

Which airport does Cartagena use?

You arrive at Rafael Núñez International (CTG), just minutes from the historic centre and the Hotel Zone.

What is the cheapest month to fly?

April–May and September–November, when Colombian domestic demand softens. Avoid December–January, Semana Santa and the peak June–August tourism season, which are the most expensive.

Do I need a visa?

No. Bogotá–Cartagena is a domestic Colombian flight; a valid ID (cédula for Colombians, passport for foreign visitors) is all that is required.

Summary: your plan for the cheapest Bogotá–Cartagena flight

Fly on a Tuesday or Wednesday, ideally in April–May or September–November.
Book 2–4 weeks ahead, one way or round trip.
Compare all four airlines — and always include Wingo and JetSMART.

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Prices are indicative and vary by date and airline.