On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Medellin — Cartagena route. The flight between these Colombian cities is quick, as the distance is only 459 km, and flight frequency is high, with around 76 flights per week.
The main carriers on this route are Avianca, JetSmart, and Wingo. To get the best price, use the low-price calendar and the price trend chart, and check out how to get to the airport in Medellin and how to get from the terminal in Cartagena in advance.
The table shows direct flights Medellín → Cartagena 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 Jose Maria Cordova International Airport and Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport airports, arrivals at Rafael Nunez International 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 Medellín — Cartagena by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 64 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 383 in u. 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.
Medellín → Cartagena, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 527 | high | May | AED 411 | low | Sep | AED 376 | low |
| Feb | AED 451 | medium | Jun | AED 456 | medium | Oct | AED 371 | low |
| Mar | AED 441 | medium | Jul | AED 501 | high | Nov | AED 436 | medium |
| Apr | AED 446 | medium | Aug | AED 401 | low | Dec | AED 542 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Cartagena is characterized by consistently high temperatures around 30-32°C. The driest and most comfortable period for a trip is considered to be January and February, while October is the rainiest month of the year with the highest precipitation.
The most budget-friendly flight tickets for this route can be found in June — with prices starting AED 68. Price peaks occur in April, when the minimum fare rises to AED 383; high flight costs are also observed throughout the spring months.
The optimal choice in terms of balancing price and weather is January: despite an average price level starting AED 226, you will experience the best rain-free season. If saving money is your priority, consider June or September, when flight prices are at their lowest.
Three main airlines operate on this route: the national carrier Avianca, along with popular low-cost carriers JetSmart and Wingo. Most of the 76 weekly flights are direct, ensuring a quick connection between the cities. A detailed schedule, information on aircraft types, and available fares for each company are provided in the list below.
Flights Medellín — Cartagena depart from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport and Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport and arrive at Rafael Nunez International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers the 459 km distance in about 1 hour. This is the fastest and most convenient way to travel between the cities.
Regular air service is provided by Avianca, JetSmart, and Wingo.
Yes, most flights on this route are direct. There are about 76 such flights per week.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the booking date. You can find the current minimum prices for the coming months in the price chart on our page.
Flights from Medellin arrive at Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) in Cartagena.
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