Flying from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport.
Cartagena's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Medellin.
Each week, there are 612 Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, jump on the 04:08 AVIANCA flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 22:30 with AVIANCA.
Your MDE to CTG flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, so getting to Cartagena (and then seeing more parts of Colombia!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is AVIANCA.
With 77.97% of services arriving as scheduled, Wingo is the most punctual carrier operating MDE to CTG flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MDE and CTG include:
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
R 264 is the lowest price for a one-way Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 507. These fares can change depending on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from MDE to CTG, book your trip six months before your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MDE to CTG.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport.
Handy information about Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
69.76% of flights departing from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MDE? If you're catching an early flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CTG instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and find adventure across Cartagena and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Rafael Nunez International Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
Rafael Nunez International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Cartagena. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The quietest month for a flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cartagena based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Rafael Nunez International 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).
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MDE to CTG sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
Cartagena is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Colombia you should also see. Around 467 kilometres south of Cartagena, a visit to Medellin will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.
Barranquilla is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena. No trip is complete without visiting La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.
