Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): What you need to know
Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport is located in Cartagena. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours behind Rio de Janeiro.
To ensure you get on your flight from Rio de Janeiro to CTG, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like January or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to CTG that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between GIG and CTG include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Travelling from central Rio de Janeiro to GIG takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart GIG arrive at their destination without delay.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is around 5 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Rio de Janeiro to CTG flight? Unwind in a hotel near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
79% of all departures from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Reserve a hotel close to CTG if you're catching a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around four weeks before your Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport flight.
Getting from Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Cartagena. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Right now, R 3,546 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,530. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to CTG, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
December is the quietest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG), while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cartagena based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Cartagena is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Rio de Janeiro to CTG plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Cartagena
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cartagena right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Cartagena when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Walls of Cartagena followed by Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cartagena. Around 97 kilometres away to the northeast, its top attractions include 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. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.