Cheap flights from Tampico to Cartagena from £161

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2 stops
Tue, Apr 21
Tampico TAMCartagena CTG
£161
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Sun, Apr 26
Tampico TAMCartagena CTG
£167
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Tue, Apr 21
Tampico TAMCartagena CTG
£168
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2 stops
Tue, Apr 21
Tampico TAMCartagena CTG
£174
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Sun, Apr 26
Tampico TAMCartagena CTG
£193
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Sun, Apr 26
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Sun, Apr 26 – Sat, May 2
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£359
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Sun, Apr 26 – Sat, May 2
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£384
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Sun, Apr 26 – Sat, May 2
Tampico TAMCartagena CTG
£389
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Tue, Apr 21 – Sat, Apr 25
Tampico TAMCartagena CTG
£392
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Sun, Apr 26 – Sat, May 2
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How much do flights to Cartagena cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£161

Cheapest round-trip

£359

Average round-trip

£479

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

AeroMéxico

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
Tampico International
Arrive to
Rafael Núñez International
Average flights per week
215
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Tampico to Cartagena

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
AeroMéxicoAMXAMYes
VivaAerobusVIVVBNo
AviancaAVAAVNo
Copa AirlinesCMPCMYes
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
11 Apr
86%
30°C26°C
18 Apr
87%
29°C26°C
Sunday
12 Apr
86%
31°C26°C
19 Apr
88%
29°C26°C
Monday
13 Apr
89%
30°C26°C
20 Apr
80%
30°C26°C
Tuesday
14 Apr
87%
30°C26°C
21 Apr
30°C26°C
Wednesday
15 Apr
89%
30°C26°C
22 Apr
75%
29°C26°C
Thursday
16 Apr
61%
30°C26°C
23 Apr
84%
29°C26°C
Friday
17 Apr
89%
29°C26°C
24 Apr
87%
28°C26°C
The most popular airlines for this route are AeroMéxico, VivaAerobus, Avianca, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines. Tampico and Cartagena have 215 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Tampico?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Tampico and Cancún, Tijuana, Toronto, Edmonton, Mexico City, Mérida, Atlanta, Guadalajara, San Antonio, Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta, Chicago, Raleigh, Salt Lake City, Dallas, Houston, Monterrey, Kyiv, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Amsterdam.
What are the most popular routes to and from Cartagena?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Cartagena and Medellín, Bogotá, Cali, London, San Andrés, Pereira, Panama, Bucaramanga, Atlanta, Lima, Montreal, Toronto, Leticia, Amazonas, Santa Marta, New York, Cúcuta, Fort Lauderdale, Caracas, Washington, D.C., Mexico City.
What airports are near Tampico?
The main airport in Tampico is Tampico International. It is also served by Tampico International, Ciudad Victoria International.
What airports are near Cartagena?
The main airport in Cartagena is Rafael Núñez International. It is also served by Rafael Núñez International, Simón Bolívar International, Ernesto Cortissoz International, Los Garzones, Golfo de Morrosquillo, Las Brujas.
Which airlines fly between Tampico and Cartagena?
Currently, you can fly between Tampico and Cartagena with AeroMéxico, VivaAerobus, Avianca, Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between Tampico and Cartagena?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Tampico 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 Tampico and Cartagena?
Traveling between Tampico 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 Tampico?
There are a number of airports in and around Tampico. The main one is Tampico International and other nearby airports include Tampico International, Ciudad Victoria International
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, Simón Bolívar International, Ernesto Cortissoz International, Los Garzones, Golfo de Morrosquillo, Las Brujas.
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