Flying from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know
Cartagena is one hour behind Washington DC and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your BWI to CTG flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BWI and CTG include:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Miami International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
At the moment, $253 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $627. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BWI to CTG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BWI to CTG by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Of the flights that depart from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, 77.13% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport from central Washington DC, it takes about 50 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near BWI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Consider booking a hotel near CTG if you have a late Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and venture far and wide through Cartagena and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Rafael Nunez International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
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 drive to the centre.
When to fly to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Cartagena in April.
Before locking in your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cartagena, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BWI to CTG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Cartagena is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Colombia waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres south of Cartagena, a trip to Medellin will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.
If there's time to check out another major destination 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 the biggest draws.