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Most popular airline

Copa Airlines

Getting from Cartagena's airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or ride-hailing services. Best value: public buses and shared shuttles.

Cartagena is served by Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG), located approximately 3 km northeast of the historic walled city center. Despite the short distance, airport transfers to city center destinations can vary in time depending on traffic conditions, particularly during peak tourist seasons. Transport options include taxis, ride-hailing services, hotel shuttles, public buses, and private transfers. The airport is well connected to the city's main tourist areas including the Old Town (Centro Histórico), Bocagrande, and Getsemaní.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

10-25 min

$15,000-$25,000 (COP 15,000–25,000 (~$4–6 USD); fixed rates to main zones)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience and safety

10-25 min

$10,000-$20,000 (COP 10,000–20,000 (~$2.50–5 USD); varies with demand)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

budget-conscious travelers

20-40 min

$2,800 (COP 2,800 (~$0.70 USD); requires Transcaribe card)

every 10–20 min (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

10-30 min

$0-$50,000 (COP 0–50,000 (~$0–12 USD); often complimentary at hotels)

by reservation (traffic dependent)

hotel guests with luggage

10-25 min

$40,000-$80,000 (COP 40,000–80,000 (~$10–20 USD); pre-booked)

by reservation (traffic dependent)

groups and families

10-25 min

$80,000-$200,000 (COP 80,000–200,000 (~$20–50 USD) per day)

by reservation (traffic dependent)

exploring beyond the city

Notes:

  • Prices in COP (Colombian Peso); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Official airport taxis operate with fixed zone-based fares displayed at the taxi stand.
  • Ride-hailing apps like Uber operate in a legal gray area in Colombia; drivers may ask you to sit in the front seat.
  • Transcaribe buses require a rechargeable card that can be purchased at stations.
  • Traffic can be heavy during peak hours and tourist season, affecting journey times.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Cartagena

Depart from
Colonel Carlos Concha Torres
Arrive to
Rafael Núñez International
Average flights per week
7
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Esmeraldas to Cartagena

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Copa AirlinesCMPCMYes
AviancaAVAAVNo
LATAM AirlinesLANLAYes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Cartagena

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January30°C25°C
February31°C25°C
March30°C26°C
April30°C26°C
May30°C26°C
June30°C26°C
July30°C26°C
August30°C26°C
September30°C26°C
October29°C26°C
November29°C26°C
December30°C25°C
Hottest Month
31°C
February
Coldest month
25°C
January
Sunny days
176
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
25 Apr
77%
29°C26°C
2 May
76%
31°C27°C
Sunday
26 Apr
85%
29°C26°C
3 May
68%
29°C27°C
Monday
27 Apr
85%
29°C26°C
4 May
88%
29°C27°C
Tuesday
28 Apr
84%
29°C26°C
5 May
84%
29°C27°C
Wednesday
29 Apr
89%
30°C27°C
6 May
88%
30°C27°C
Thursday
30 Apr
89%
30°C26°C
7 May
67%
28°C27°C
Friday
1 May
87%
30°C27°C
8 May
85%
30°C26°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Copa Airlines, Avianca, and LATAM Airlines. Esmeraldas and Cartagena have 7 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What airports are near Cartagena?
The main airport in Cartagena is Rafael Núñez International. It is also served by Rafael Núñez International, Ernesto Cortissoz International, Simón Bolívar International, Los Garzones, Golfo de Morrosquillo, Las Brujas.
Which airlines fly between Esmeraldas and Cartagena?
Currently, you can fly between Esmeraldas and Cartagena with Copa Airlines, Avianca, LATAM Airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between Esmeraldas and Cartagena?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Esmeraldas and Cartagena, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Esmeraldas and Cartagena?
Traveling between Esmeraldas and Cartagena, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Cartagena?
There are a number of airports in and around Cartagena. The main one is Rafael Núñez International and other nearby airports include Rafael Núñez International, Ernesto Cortissoz International, Simón Bolívar International, Los Garzones, Golfo de Morrosquillo, Las Brujas.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Esmeraldas and Cartagena depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Esmeraldas, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Esmeraldas and Cartagena arrive?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Cartagena, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.
What time do flights between Esmeraldas and Cartagena depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Esmeraldas, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do flights between Esmeraldas and Cartagena arrive?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Cartagena, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.

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