Flying from Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG). Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) are the two main airports in Panama City.
1 hour 15 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport flight.
Cartagena (where Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport is located) and Panama City share the UTC-5 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
With 28 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) is the busiest route. Copa Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:06am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from PTY to CTG is with Copa Airlines at 9:44pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Panama City to CTG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like January and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) operate out of this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport with Copa Airlines. This top carrier operates services from PTY.
The top choice among passengers flying between PTY and CTG is Copa.
With a reliable 91.41% of services arriving on schedule, Copa is the top on-time carrier serving this route.
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Panama City Tocumen International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 88% of flights that depart PTY arrive at their destination on time.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
Consider starting your trip from Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB). You can book a direct Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) plane ticket from this hub.
Take a direct flight from Panama City to CTG with Wingo. This is one of the main airlines flying this route out of BLB.
Copa Airlines Colombia attracts the most bookings on the BLB to CTG route.
Copa Airlines Colombia is the most reliable carrier flying between Panama Pacifico International Airport and Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport, with 78.26% of its services landing on schedule.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Panama City to BLB in around 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 6 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico International Airport the day before your Panama City to CTG flight:
Flights from Panama Pacifico International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 88% of them touching down as expected.
About Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near CTG:
For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport flight.
Getting from Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
From Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport, central Cartagena is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
At the moment, R 1,275 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,566. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Panama City to CTG. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Cartagena. January is when most people book flights from Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Panama City to CTG plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Cartagena, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Cartagena
Start your Cartagena trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Walls of Cartagena and Centro Historico are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Cartagena itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've seen Cartagena. Around 97 kilometres away to the northeast, check out popular attractions including Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.
Around 161 kilometres northeast of Cartagena, Santa Marta is another essential stop in Colombia. Experience major highlights starting with Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.
