On this page, you can find and book flights from Panama City to Cartagena. The distance between the cities is only 470 km, and the flight frequency reaches 19 flights per week.
Direct flights on this route are operated by Copa Airlines. Since ticket prices are dynamic, we recommend using the low price chart to find the most profitable offers. You can also find instructions on how to get to the airport in Panama City and how to travel from the airport to the center of Cartagena.
The table shows direct flights Panama City → Cartagena on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 14 min. Regular flights are operated by Copa Airlines. Departures from Tocumen International Airport and Marcos A. Gelabert International 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 Panama City — Cartagena by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $176 in y, and the most expensive are around $205 in r. 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.
Panama City → Cartagena, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $259 | high | May | $178 | low | Sep | $178 | low |
| Feb | $246 | high | Jun | $218 | medium | Oct | $164 | low |
| Mar | $246 | high | Jul | $246 | high | Nov | $164 | low |
| Apr | $205 | medium | Aug | $218 | medium | Dec | $259 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Cartagena features a hot tropical climate with an average annual temperature of around 30°C. The driest period is in January and February, while the peak of the rainy season with maximum precipitation occurs in October and November.
The best deals on flights are available during the summer months, with ticket prices starting $189. Prices peak in December, when the minimum fare increases to $205.
January is the optimal time for booking: dry weather is combined with a moderate price starting $192. It is better to avoid the period from May to November due to the high probability of prolonged heavy rains and high humidity.
One main airline serves flights on this route — Copa Airlines. The carrier operates approximately 19 direct flights per week, providing regular air service between the cities. You can find detailed information about departure times and route options in the interactive schedule below.
Flights Panama City — Cartagena depart from Tocumen International Airport and Marcos A. Gelabert International 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 distance of 470 km in about 1 hour.
Regular flights on this route are operated by Copa Airlines (CM).
Yes, this is a popular route with approximately 19 direct flights per week.
All flights from Panama City arrive at Cartagena's international airport — Rafael Núñez (CTG).
Russian citizens do not need a visa for tourist trips, provided the stay does not exceed 90 days.
Flight prices constantly change depending on demand. You can view the current minimum offers for various dates in the low price calendar on this page.
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