Flying from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know
Cartagena is two hours behind Montevideo and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MVD to CTG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Carrasco International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MVD and CTG:
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Jorge Chavez International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Right now, R 4,384 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Carrasco International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,118. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MVD to CTG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Carrasco International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MVD to CTG.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Carrasco International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Carrasco International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 88.91% of flights that take off from MVD arrive at their destination on time.
Carrasco International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Montevideo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Carrasco International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MVD:
Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
If you're landing on a late Carrasco International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near CTG:
Grab a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car and explore Cartagena and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Keddy By Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Rafael Nunez International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
Rafael Nunez International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Cartagena. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Carrasco International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Cartagena in April.
Before locking in your flight from Carrasco International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cartagena, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MVD to CTG in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've seen Cartagena. Around 467 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Colombia, head for Barranquilla, about 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena. La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro are among the biggest draws.