Flying from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know
Cartagena's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Cancun.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your CUN to CTG flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cancun International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CUN and CTG:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
R 2,719 is currently the best price for a one-way Cancun International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 5,618. These fares can change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CUN to CTG, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Cancun International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CUN to CTG.
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Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)
72.87% of flights taking off from Cancun International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Cancun International Airport from central Cancun, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near CUN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cancun International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Book a hotel close to CTG if you're taking a late Cancun International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and see more of Cartagena and beyond.
Booking your ride from Rafael Nunez International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
From Rafael Nunez International Airport, Cartagena is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Cancun International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Cartagena in April.
When booking your flight from Cancun International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cartagena, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CUN to CTG sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Cartagena. Around 467 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Colombia, head for Barranquilla, roughly 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena. La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro are the start of reasons to visit.