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$159+ Cheap flights from Panama City (PTY) to Cartagena (CTG)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PTY — CTG
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Panama City Tocumen Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez are usually found in July or August, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Panama City to Cartagena

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Panama City (PTY) 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$304
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$200

Good round-trip deal

$156 or less

Good one-way deal

$70 or less
From Panama City Tocumen Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez
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Cheapest flights from Panama City to Cartagena
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to Cartagena. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/2612:49 pmPTY - CTG
Nonstop1h 16mCopa Airlines
Thu 10/309:27 amCTG - PTY
Nonstop1h 14mCopa Airlines
Deal found 8/18$304
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/193:20 amPTY - CTG
1 stop6h 19mAvianca
Fri 8/2210:45 amCTG - PTY
1 stop3h 55mAvianca
Deal found 8/16$307
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/147:06 amPTY - CTG
Nonstop1h 15mCopa Airlines
Sun 9/216:20 amCTG - PTY
Nonstop1h 19mCopa Airlines
Deal found 8/17$309
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Fri 9/193:25 amPTY - CTG
1 stop6h 14mAvianca
Wed 9/2411:33 amCTG - PTY
1 stop4h 57mAvianca
Deal found 8/15$312
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2211:20 amPTY - CTG
1 stop4h 17mAvianca
Wed 9/311:33 amCTG - PTY
1 stop4h 57mAvianca
Deal found 8/17$313
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/115:25 pmPTY - CTG
1 stop5h 01mAvianca
Thu 9/2511:33 amCTG - PTY
1 stop4h 57mAvianca
Deal found 8/17$314
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/99:46 pmPTY - CTG
Nonstop1h 14mCopa Airlines
Tue 9/169:38 amCTG - PTY
Nonstop1h 18mCopa Airlines
Deal found 8/16$317
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/132:55 amPTY - CTG
1 stop4h 50mAvianca
Sun 1/46:00 amCTG - PTY
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Deal found 8/16$319
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1812:59 pmPTY - CTG
Nonstop1h 16mCopa Airlines
Sun 9/219:38 amCTG - PTY
Nonstop1h 18mCopa Airlines
Deal found 8/17$320
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/103:20 amPTY - CTG
1 stop7h 33mAvianca
Sun 9/144:17 amCTG - PTY
1 stop5h 53mAvianca
Deal found 8/16$322
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/252:55 amPTY - CTG
1 stop4h 50mAvianca
Tue 12/308:30 amCTG - PTY
1 stop5h 30mAvianca
Deal found 8/17$325
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:55 amPTY - CTG
1 stop4h 50mAvianca
Sat 1/35:40 amCTG - PTY
1 stop8h 20mAvianca
Deal found 8/17$345

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Panama City 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Panama City to Cartagena that are best for you.

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Panama CityCartagena

PTY - CTG

PTYCTG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 10/16

7:07 am-8:22 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 10/20

9:42 am-10:57 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$304

Panama CityCartagena

PTY - CTG

PTYCTG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 1/21

9:47 am-11:01 am

Nonstop1h 14m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 1/25

6:24 am-7:41 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$304

Panama CityCartagena

PTY - CTG

PTYCTG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 11/27

6:51 am-8:06 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 11/30

9:22 am-10:42 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$304

Panama CityCartagena

PTY - CTG

PTYCTG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 11/15

9:46 am-11:01 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 11/18

3:04 pm-4:24 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$304

Panama CityCartagena

PTY - CTG

PTYCTG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 11/18

12:49 pm-2:05 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 11/23

6:24 am-7:39 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$304

Panama CityCartagena

PTY - CTG

PTYCTG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 2/11

12:49 pm-2:04 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 2/16

6:25 am-7:42 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$304

Panama CityCartagena

PTY - CTG

PTYCTG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 12/14

6:51 am-8:06 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 12/21

9:22 am-10:42 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$304

Panama CityCartagena

PTY - CTG

PTYCTG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 10/6

7:07 am-8:22 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 10/12

9:22 am-10:36 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$304

Panama CityCartagena

PTY - CTG

PTYCTG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 9/25

9:55 am-6:21 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$159

Panama CityCartagena

PTY - CTG

PTYCTG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 8/24

11:00 am-4:51 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$162

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The best insider tips for Panama City to Cartagena flights

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Airports
PTY

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Best time to book a flight from Panama City to Cartagena

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Panama City to Cartagena. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Panama City to Cartagena. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to Cartagena (average of $404). Flying from Panama City 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 PTY to CTG?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City 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 August 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Panama City to Cartagena is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 52% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Panama City to Cartagena

Explore weekly flight availability from Panama City to Cartagena. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

The most flights from PTY to CTG are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 August 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Panama City to Cartagena, such as Copa Airlines and Avianca. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,510 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,409 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Panama City to Cartagena?

    Cartagena Rafael Nunez is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cartagena from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Booking flights from Tocumen Intl (PTY) to Rafael Nunez (CTG) should be relatively easy as there are 6 daily flights to Cartagena from 3 different airlines. 1h 11m is how long a flight from Panama City to Cartagena Rafael Nunez will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Panama City to Cartagena flight route?

    Flights from Panama City Tocumen Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Panama City to Cartagena?

    There are many flights that can get you from Panama City to Cartagena in 1h 15m. Fly via Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. Panama City and Cartagena are separated by a distance of 280 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Wingo ($73), Copa Airlines ($163), and Avianca ($207) offers the cheapest pricing from Panama City to Cartagena. Wingo is priced at 69% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Panama City to Cartagena?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Panama City to Cartagena on time: Copa Airlines (95%), KLM (95%), Turkish Airlines (95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Panama City to Cartagena?

    The cheapest flight price from Panama City to Cartagena is $132. On average you can expect to pay $203. The most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - Cartagena Rafael Nunez), can usually be booked for $224.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Panama City to Cartagena?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City 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 Panama City to Cartagena?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to Cartagena (average of $404). Flying from Panama City 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 3 airlines flying from Panama City to Cartagena

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Panama City 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WingoCheapest$73Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$163Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$207Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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