Question 1

How long is the flight from Medellin to Cartagena?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Medellin to Cartagena typically takes around 1 hour 10 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 16 hours 35 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from Medellin to Cartagena?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from Medellin to Cartagena, averaging around 8 to 9 flights per day, operated by, among others, Avianca, JetSmart and Wingo. If you want to fly without a layover, it is worth filtering specifically for nonstop flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Medellin to Cartagena?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Medellin to Cartagena are operated by, among others, Avianca, JetSmart and Wingo. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with LATAM Chile (via Cali, Bogota), Avianca (via Bogota) and JetSmart (via Bogota). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from Medellin to Cartagena?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Medellin to Cartagena operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Medellin to Cartagena?

Accepted Answer

From Medellin to Cartagena, there are on average around 8 to 9 flights per day. This usually means you have a good choice of departure times. If you are flexible, you can easily compare times, prices, and airlines.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Medellin to Cartagena?

Accepted Answer

From Medellin to Cartagena, there are around 61 to 62 flights per week. This means you usually have connections available on several days and at various times. Beyond the price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline, and any potential additional fees.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Medellin to Cartagena depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from Medellin to Cartagena usually departs at 12:36 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Cartagena.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Medellin to Cartagena depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from Medellin to Cartagena usually departs at 11:22 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airports near Medellin are frequently used for flights to Cartagena?

Accepted Answer

In addition to Medellin airport, users also frequently search for flights from Bogota to Cartagena. Alternative departure airports can offer more choice of flight times, airlines or prices. Also check how accessible each airport is for you.

Question 10

Which airports near Cartagena are frequently chosen as a destination?

Accepted Answer

If you want to travel to Cartagena, Barranquilla, Santa Marta (Colombia) and Monteria may also be worth considering as destination airports. These airports are frequently checked by users as an alternative. When comparing, consider whether a cheaper flight is really worth a longer onward journey.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Medellin Cartagena	Outbound 07/29/26 direct JA5428 01h 12min	Return -	JetSmart	?	$42
Best option Medellin Cartagena	Outbound 07/25/26 direct JA5416 01h 12min	Return 07/28/26 direct AV9791 01h 10min	JetSmart		$43
Medellin Cartagena	Outbound 08/20/26 direct AV9372 01h 10min	Return 08/25/26 direct AV9267 01h 10min	Avianca		$50
Medellin Cartagena	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (BOG) JA5111, JA5160 04h 57min	Return 08/22/26 direct JA5419 01h 19min	JetSmart		$51
Medellin Cartagena	Outbound 07/25/26 direct JA5416 01h 12min	Return 07/28/26 direct AV9791 01h 10min	JetSmart		$54
Medellin Cartagena	Outbound 08/20/26 direct AV9372 01h 10min	Return 08/25/26 direct AV9373 01h 15min	Avianca	?	$54
Medellin Cartagena	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (BOG) JA5111, JA5160 04h 57min	Return 08/22/26 direct JA5421 01h 19min	JetSmart		$57
Medellin Cartagena	Outbound 08/20/26 direct AV9372 01h 10min	Return 08/25/26 direct AV9567 01h 15min	Avianca		$57
Medellin Cartagena	Outbound 07/25/26 direct JA5416 01h 12min	Return 07/28/26 direct JA5413 01h 19min	JetSmart		$57
Medellin Cartagena	Outbound 07/25/26 direct JA5416 01h 12min	Return 07/28/26 direct AV9791 01h 10min	JetSmart	?	$58

Cheapest outbound flight from	$41.34
Roundtrip from	$42.97
Flight duration	min. 01:02 / max. 01:07
Return flight duration	min. 01:10/ max. 01:14
Distance	476 km
Flights per week	89
Departure airport	Airport Medellin (MDE)
Departure country	Flights from Colombia
Arrival airport	Airport Cartagena (CTG)
Destination country	Flights to Colombia
Departure country - Arrival airport	Colombia - Cartagena
Departure airport - Destination country	Medellin - Colombia

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