Travelling from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Cartagena Airport (CTG): what you need to know
Cartagena's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Pittsburgh.
Give yourself enough time to make your PIT to CTG flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Pittsburgh International Airport to Cartagena Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between PIT and CTG:
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Cartagena Airport (CTG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Pittsburgh International Airport to Cartagena Airport flight is $260. A return fare is currently $606. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PIT to CTG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Cartagena Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PIT to CTG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Cartagena Airport.
Handy information about Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
PIT is located at 1000 Airport Boulevard.
Of all flights departing from Pittsburgh International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Pittsburgh International Airport from central Pittsburgh, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near PIT? If you're boarding an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Cartagena Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cartagena Airport (CTG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CTG if you're on a late Pittsburgh International Airport to Cartagena Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cartagena Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Cartagena's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Cartagena Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Cartagena Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
Cartagena Airport to central Cartagena has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It takes around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cartagena Airport (CTG)
January is the most popular month for flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Cartagena Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Cartagena in March.
When reserving your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Cartagena Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cartagena, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PIT to CTG in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cartagena. Around 467 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Barranquilla is another well-known destination in Colombia and is around 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena. No journey is complete without dropping by Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.