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$108+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Cartagena (CTG)

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CHI — CTG
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Cartagena

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Cartagena (CTG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$285
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$108
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$405
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Cartagena
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Cartagena. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/85:05 amORD - CTG
1 stop7h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/112:16 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop10h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$285
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/15:05 amORD - CTG
1 stop7h 20mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/122:16 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$289
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/243:07 pmORD - CTG
1 stop17h 35mCopa Airlines
Mon 10/276:21 amCTG - ORD
1 stop18h 35mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/15$290
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/317:51 pmORD - CTG
2 stops16h 34mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/62:16 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$292
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/266:44 pmORD - CTG
1 stop17h 39mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/11:29 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop9h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/17$295
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/610:20 pmORD - CTG
1 stop12h 20mAvianca
Mon 11/108:25 amCTG - ORD
1 stop12h 55mAvianca
Deal found 9/15$296
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/177:43 pmORD - CTG
1 stop16h 42mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/251:32 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop10h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$300
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/317:43 pmORD - CTG
1 stop16h 42mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/72:16 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop10h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/15:05 amORD - CTG
1 stop7h 20mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/112:16 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$305
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/268:30 pmORD - CTG
2 stops15h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/11:25 pmCTG - ORD
2 stops18h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$306
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/75:59 pmORD - CTG
1 stop18h 09mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/112:16 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop10h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/268:30 pmORD - CTG
2 stops15h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/301:25 pmCTG - ORD
2 stops18h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$313

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Cartagena that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Cartagena that are best for you.

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ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/26

3:07 pm-8:42 am

1 stop17h 35m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 10/1

6:20 am-12:21 am

1 stop18h 01m

$290

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/24

3:07 pm-8:42 am

1 stop17h 35m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 10/27

9:43 am-12:56 am

1 stop15h 13m

$290

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

2:07 pm-8:41 am

1 stop17h 34m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 11/21

9:42 am-12:05 am

1 stop15h 23m

$290

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/23

3:07 pm-8:42 am

1 stop17h 35m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 10/27

6:21 am-12:56 am

1 stop18h 35m

$290

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/3

6:56 am-11:00 pm

1 stop15h 04m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 11/10

9:42 am-12:05 am

1 stop15h 23m

$290

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/7

2:07 pm-8:41 am

1 stop17h 34m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 11/10

6:24 am-12:05 am

1 stop18h 41m

$290

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/31

7:43 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop16h 42m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 11/7

2:16 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$301

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

9:02 pm-1:26 pm

2 stops15h 24m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sat 11/15

4:30 pm-7:04 am

2 stops15h 34m

$306

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/26

7:15 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 10/1

1:25 pm-7:42 am

2 stops18h 17m

$306

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

8:44 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops15h 41m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 10/24

1:25 pm-8:53 am

1 stop19h 28m

$325

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Cartagena

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cartagena from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Cartagena

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Cartagena?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Cartagena. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Cartagena may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Cartagena?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cartagena (average of $404). Flying from Chicago to Cartagena in December is currently the most expensive (average of $521). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to CTG?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Cartagena. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Cartagena at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Cartagena?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Cartagena chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 61% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Cartagena on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Cartagena?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Cartagena, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Panama City (PTY) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $339.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Cartagena?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Cartagena, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 57m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Cartagena?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Cartagena, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 33m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cartagena

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cartagena. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cartagena. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Cartagena. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Cartagena. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cartagena from Chicago?

    Located just 4.1 mi from the city center, Cartagena Rafael Nunez is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cartagena from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Rafael Nunez (CTG) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Cartagena?

    Departing from Chicago to Cartagena will take you 7h 14m. There are 2288 mi between Chicago and Cartagena. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Cartagena round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Cartagena is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $261 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Copa Airlines, starting at $283 and $289 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Cartagena that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Cartagena flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Cartagena?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Cartagena.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Cartagena?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Cartagena by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Cartagena?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cartagena (average of $404). Flying from Chicago to Cartagena in December is currently the most expensive (average of $521). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Cartagena

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Cartagena. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$261Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$283Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$289Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$308Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$348Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$348Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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