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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Punta Cana to Cartagena flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Punta Cana to Cartagena

Punta Cana to Cartagena: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Punta Cana to Cartagena below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cartagena.

Punta Cana to Cartagena: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,605
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlineArajet
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Punta Cana to Cartagena: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Punta Cana to Cartagena is R 4,613. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Punta Cana to Cartagena.
Arajet and Neos Air fly direct from Punta Cana to Cartagena.
As of June 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Punta Cana to Cartagena.
The cheapest month to fly from Punta Cana to Cartagena is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Punta Cana Airport to Cartagena Airport on Monday, 4 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 14 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cartagena but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cartagena is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Arajet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cartagena.

Travelling from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Cartagena is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Punta Cana.

  • Each week, there are 12 Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, pick the 08:45 Air Century flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 15:00 with Neos.

  • Leave enough time to make your PUJ to CTG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like March, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • Jetting into Cartagena (and then discovering more of Colombia!) is a breeze with Neos. This popular airline has direct flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Neos.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PUJ and CTG:

    • El Dorado International Airport

    • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport

    • Tocumen International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight is R 1,609. A return plane ticket is currently R 4,602. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PUJ to CTG.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PUJ to CTG by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)

  • Of all flights departing from Punta Cana International Airport, 72.84% arrive on time at their destination.

  • To get to Punta Cana International Airport from central Punta Cana, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near PUJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

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)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Cartagena based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Before locking in your flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cartagena, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from PUJ to CTG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest 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 taken in the sights of Cartagena. Around 467 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop 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 its highlights.

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