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Cheap Flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena

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Flight deals from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cartagena.R 2,620 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar.One-way flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Cartagena.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,620, select.
Cartagena.R 2,753 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug.One-way flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Cartagena.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,753, select.
Cartagena.R 2,917 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep.One-way flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Cartagena.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,917, select.
Cartagena.R 2,969 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov.One-way flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Cartagena.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,969, select.
Cartagena.R 3,018 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Dec.One-way flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Fri, 19 Dec, arriving in Cartagena.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,018, select.
Cartagena.R 3,026 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Cartagena.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,026, select.
Cartagena.R 3,089 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Cartagena.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,089, select.
Cartagena.R 3,121 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb.One-way flight with JetSmart.Outbound indirect flight with JetSmart, departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Cartagena.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,121, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena flights are currently cheapest in March.
Jul
from R 3,089
Aug
from R 2,753
Sep
from R 2,917
Oct
from R 3,026
Nov
from R 2,969
Dec
from R 3,018
Jan
from R 3,172
Feb
from R 3,121
Mar
from R 2,620
Apr
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May
from R 3,997
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Direct flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cartagena.

Santiago to Cartagena: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,620
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time6 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineAvianca
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena is R 5,517. 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.
6 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena.
Avianca flies direct from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena.
As of July 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena.
The cheapest month to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Cartagena is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Cartagena Airport on Friday, 5 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 35 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, LATAM Airlines and Avianca offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cartagena.

Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know

  • Cartagena is two hours behind Santiago and is in the UTC-5 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your SCL to CTG flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between SCL and CTG include:

    • El Dorado International Airport

    • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport

    • Tocumen International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight is R 2,620. A round-trip ticket is currently R 5,517. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from SCL to CTG, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from SCL to CTG.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport.

Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

  • 82.58% of flights departing from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of SCL.

  • Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SCL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

  • The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CTG instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cartagena and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Rafael Nunez International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena

  • From Rafael Nunez International Airport, Cartagena is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Cartagena. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Cartagena is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SCL to CTG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

Explore more of Colombia

  • Cartagena has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres south of Cartagena, a trip to Medellin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.

  • Around 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena, Barranquilla is another essential stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.

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