Flying from Frankfurt to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll catch your flight from Frankfurt to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG). Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the two main airports in Frankfurt.
The timezone in Cartagena is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Frankfurt. Rafael Nunez International Airport is located in Cartagena.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Frankfurt to CTG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Frankfurt to CTG departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Rafael Nunez International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
67.47% of flights that take off from Frankfurt Airport make it to their destination on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can arrive at HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 40 minutes to travel the 121 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to CTG flight:
53.13% of flights taking off from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Have a late flight from Frankfurt to Rafael Nunez International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near CTG and fast-forward to bedtime:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Cartagena's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Rafael Nunez International Airport is R 6,254. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 13,182. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Frankfurt to CTG, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Frankfurt to Rafael Nunez International Airport ticket.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Frankfurt to CTG.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Frankfurt to Rafael Nunez International Airport.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Cartagena. August is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Cartagena is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Frankfurt to CTG plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Rafael Nunez International Airport in January when temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Cartagena
Start your Cartagena trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Rafael Nunez International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Walled City of Cartagena, La Fantastica Cartagena - Pirate Ship Tour, Sunset Tour & Rosario Island Tour and Centro Historico are attractions you won't want to skip in Cartagena.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Cartagena. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Miramar Park and Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO.
Santa Marta is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 161 kilometres north-east of Cartagena. No trip is complete without visiting Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.