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$98+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Cartagena (CTG)

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CHI — CTG
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$305
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$98
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$559
From Chicago (CHI) to Cartagena Rafael Nunez
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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 July 31, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 9/148:02 amORD - CTG
1 stop14h 56mCopa Airlines
Sun 9/2111:59 amCTG - ORD
1 stop12h 22mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/31$305
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/155:46 pmORD - CTG
2 stops18h 37mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/301:29 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop9h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$306
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Tue 9/95:05 amORD - CTG
1 stop7h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/175:11 pmCTG - ORD
2 stops17h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$310
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/296:00 amORD - CTG
1 stop6h 46mLATAM Airlines
Sat 12/63:06 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop9h 47mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/29$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/296:00 amORD - CTG
1 stop6h 46mDelta
Thu 12/43:06 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop18h 28mDelta
Deal found 7/29$344
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/51:35 pmORD - CTG
1 stop8h 49mAvianca
Thu 11/2010:11 pmCTG - ORD
1 stop15h 04mAvianca
Deal found 7/29$355
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/136:00 amMDW - CTG
1 stop7h 16mLATAM Airlines
Sat 9/202:33 pmCTG - MDW
1 stop19h 07mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/30$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:00 amMDW - CTG
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Mon 11/104:35 amCTG - MDW
2 stops12h 48mDelta
Deal found 7/31$403
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/136:21 amMDW - CTG
2 stops14h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/182:30 pmCTG - MDW
1 stop7h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$790

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ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

8:02 am-10:58 pm

1 stop14h 56m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 9/21

11:59 am-12:21 am

1 stop12h 22m

$305

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

5:46 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops18h 37m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 9/30

1:29 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$306

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

5:05 am-12:23 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 9/17

5:11 pm-10:52 am

2 stops17h 41m

$310

ChicagoCartagena

MDW - CTG

MDWCTG

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/13

6:00 am-1:16 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sat 9/20

2:33 pm-9:40 am

1 stop19h 07m

$365

ChicagoCartagena

MDW - CTG

MDWCTG

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/26

6:15 pm-1:16 pm

2 stops19h 01m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 9/30

4:56 am-5:35 pm

2 stops12h 39m

$407

ChicagoCartagena

MDW - CTG

MDWCTG

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/13

6:21 am-8:22 pm

2 stops14h 01m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sat 10/18

2:30 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$790

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

5:05 am-12:28 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$98

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/17

7:59 pm-1:14 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$119

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

3:07 pm-8:41 am

1 stop17h 34m

$123

ChicagoCartagena

ORD - CTG

ORDCTG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/22

7:59 pm-1:18 pm

1 stop17h 19m

$126

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Cartagena

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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 July 25, 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 34 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 July 31, 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 July 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, LATAM Airlines, and Copa 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,822 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,721 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Cartagena is Copa Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $305 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $306 and $306 round-trip. Copa Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Cartagena one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $98 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include LATAM Airlines from $119 and Copa Airlines from $123 one-way.

  • 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$262Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$283Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$308Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$315Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$342Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$348Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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