Travelling from Cartagena Airport (CTG) to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Cartagena Airport to Montego Bay Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Cartagena and Montego Bay are both in the UTC-5 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your CTG to MBJ flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Neos offers direct flights from Cartagena Airport to Montego Bay Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Montego Bay — and maybe even more of Jamaica if you have time.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Neos.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cartagena Airport to Montego Bay Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CTG and MBJ:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cartagena Airport (CTG) to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
Right now, $1,167 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cartagena Airport to Montego Bay Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $993. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CTG to MBJ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Cartagena Airport to Montego Bay Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CTG to MBJ.
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Handy information about Cartagena Airport (CTG)
When it comes to Cartagena Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Cartagena Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Cartagena. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near CTG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cartagena Airport to Montego Bay Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cartagena Airport to Montego Bay Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MBJ instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Montego Bay Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Classique, Island Car Rentals or FlexWays and explore beyond Montego Bay's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Montego Bay Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) to central Montego Bay
Montego Bay Airport to the centre of Montego Bay has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Montego Bay Airport (MBJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Cartagena Airport to Montego Bay Airport is September, while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Montego Bay based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Cartagena Airport to Montego Bay Airport for August if you want to explore Montego Bay during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 31ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CTG to MBJ sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Jamaica
You've done Montego Bay, now it's time to explore other parts of Jamaica. Travel around 129 kilometres south-east to Kingston to check off its top attractions. From Bob Marley museum to Bob Marley Statue and Blue Mountains, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Spanish Town is another favourite destination in Jamaica and is around 113 kilometres south-east of Montego Bay. No trip is complete without seeing First Iron Bridge In The Caribbean, St. Jago De La Vega Cathedral and People's Museum of Craft & Technology.