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Cartagena.$504 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Cartagena on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $504, select.
Cartagena.$504 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Cartagena on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $504, select.
Cartagena.$504 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Fri, 12 Feb.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Cartagena on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $504, select.
Cartagena.$504 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Cartagena on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $504, select.
Cartagena.$507 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan, returning Tue, 19 Jan.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Cartagena on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $507, select.
Cartagena.$507 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Cartagena on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $507, select.
Cartagena.$521 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Tue, 12 May.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Cartagena on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $521, select.
Cartagena.$521 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Wed, 11 Mar.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Cartagena on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $521, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Cartagena

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Mexico City to Cartagena flights are currently cheapest in April.
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from $540
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Mexico City to Cartagena: Alternative routes

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Mexico City to Cartagena: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$504
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time4 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Mexico City to Cartagena: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Mexico City to Cartagena is $504. 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.
4 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Mexico City to Cartagena.
WestJet, Aeromexico and Viva fly direct from Mexico City to Cartagena.
As of February 2026, there are 21 flights per week flying from Mexico City to Cartagena.
The cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Cartagena is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Mexico City to Cartagena Airport on Wednesday, 8 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 3 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.

Travelling from Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of airports you can start your trip from in Mexico City. Check out your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) when searching for a flight from Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG).

  • The average time for a direct Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight is 4 hours.

  • Rafael Nunez International Airport is located in Cartagena. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour ahead of Mexico City.

  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services each week. You can travel from MEX to CTG on Aeromexico's 9:25am flight.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Mexico City to CTG.

  • With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.

Airports in Mexico City

Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

  • Go straight to your destination from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Direct flights from Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) can be booked from here.

  • You can lock in a direct flight from Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport with Aeromexico. This well-known airline operates services from MEX.

  • Aeromexico sees the most traveller bookings for flights from MEX to CTG.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Mexico City to CTG. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

    • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)

  • Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:

  • 80.91% of flights leaving Benito Juarez International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from MEX.

Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)

  • Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport, browse these options when leaving from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

    • Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.

  • Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Mexico City to CTG flight is a lot easier when you stay near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will put you in easy range of the airport.

  • As far as flight punctuality goes, Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.58%.

About Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport is $260. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $504. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book three months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Mexico City to CTG.

  • August is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flight tickets from Mexico City to CTG by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport.

The best time to fly from Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG). August is the peak month for travel to Cartagena. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in April.

  • Before locking in your Mexico City to CTG flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Cartagena, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport in January when temperatures are between 24ºC and 32ºC.

More about Cartagena

  • Start your Cartagena trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Mexico City to Rafael Nunez International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • There are loads of terrific things to do in Cartagena when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Walled City of Cartagena followed by La Fantastica Cartagena - Pirate Ship Tour, Sunset Tour & Rosario Island Tour and Centro Historico.

Explore more of Colombia

  • Cartagena has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Colombia waiting to be discovered. About 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena, a visit to Barranquilla will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Miramar Park and Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO.

  • Around 161 kilometres north-east of Cartagena, Santa Marta is another favourite stop in Colombia. No visit is complete without checking out Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.

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