On this page, you can find and book flights from Cartagena to Medellín. The distance between the cities is 459 km, and regular flights include about 74 departures per week, allowing you to choose a convenient flight any day of the week.
Flights on this route are operated by Avianca, JetSmart, and Wingo. Before your trip, we recommend checking how to get to the airport in Cartagena and how to leave the airport upon arrival to plan your budget in advance.
The table shows direct flights Cartagena → Medellín on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Avianca, JetSmart and AERO REPUBLICA AS WINGO. Departures from Rafael Nunez International Airport airports, arrivals at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport and Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Cartagena — Medellín by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 63 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 344 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Cartagena → Medellín, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 602 | high | May | AED 426 | low | Sep | AED 426 | low |
| Feb | AED 501 | medium | Jun | AED 476 | medium | Oct | AED 426 | low |
| Mar | AED 577 | high | Jul | AED 552 | high | Nov | AED 476 | medium |
| Apr | AED 527 | medium | Aug | AED 476 | medium | Dec | AED 627 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Medellín remains mild year-round, but July and August are considered the warmest months with temperatures reaching 24.4°C. The rainy season peaks in April and May, when the number of rainy days reaches its maximum and humidity increases significantly.
In terms of savings, the most cost-effective time to fly is in September, with tickets starting AED 63. The most expensive month to travel is March, with a minimum price AED 344, which is nearly five times higher than autumn rates.
January is the optimal choice for the best balance of price and weather: it is the driest month of the year, and flights start AED 226. We recommend avoiding April if you are not prepared for prolonged tropical downpours.
Three airlines operate on the Cartagena — Medellín route, with the leaders in flight frequency being Avianca, JetSmart, and Wingo. Most flights are direct, providing a quick connection between the cities up to 74 times a week. Details regarding the schedule and specific days of the week are available in the interactive list below.
Flights Cartagena — Medellín depart from Rafael Nunez International Airport and arrive at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport and Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average direct flight time is about 1 hour. This is the fastest way to travel between the two cities, given the distance of 459 km.
Regular flights are operated by Avianca, JetSmart, and Wingo. You can compare their offers and baggage allowances right on this page.
Yes, there are approximately 74 direct flights per week on this route, providing excellent flexibility when choosing a departure time.
Airfares are dynamic and depend on the season. You can always check the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Cartagena typically arrive at Medellín's main international airport — José María Córdova (MDE).
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