Travelling from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to Cartagena Airport (CTG): what you need to know
Cartagena's timezone is UTC-5, making Cartagena one hour ahead of Guadalajara.
To ensure you catch your GDL to CTG flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Guadalajara Airport to Cartagena Airport. Bogota Airport is a popular stopover on the GDL to CTG route.
Handy information about Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
77% of flights departing from Guadalajara Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Guadalajara to Guadalajara Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near GDL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Guadalajara Airport to Cartagena Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Cartagena Airport (CTG)
Book a hotel near CTG if you have a late Guadalajara Airport to Cartagena Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Cartagena Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and find adventure across Cartagena and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cartagena Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Cartagena Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
Cartagena Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Cartagena. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It takes around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cartagena Airport (CTG)
The quietest month for a flight from Guadalajara Airport to Cartagena Airport is March, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Cartagena based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Guadalajara Airport to Cartagena Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cartagena, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GDL to CTG in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cartagena. Around 467 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Barranquilla is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena. No journey is complete without experiencing Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.