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$183+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CTG
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Cartagena

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$461
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$183
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$486
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Cartagena
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Cartagena. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Wed 12/108:12 pmSAN - CTG
1 stop9h 29mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/179:42 amCTG - SAN
1 stop10h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/26$504
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1710:30 pmSAN - CTG
1 stop12h 44mDelta
Thu 11/273:29 pmCTG - SAN
1 stop27h 02mDelta
Deal found 10/28$521
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/177:59 pmSAN - CTG
2 stops15h 15mLATAM Airlines
Thu 11/273:29 pmCTG - SAN
1 stop21h 23mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/28$533
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sat 11/2210:30 pmSAN - CTG
2 stops25h 36mLATAM Airlines
Sat 11/293:29 pmCTG - SAN
1 stop11h 14mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/26$557
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/78:10 pmSAN - CTG
1 stop14h 55mCopa Airlines
Wed 11/129:42 amCTG - SAN
1 stop10h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/26$562
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/72:55 pmSAN - CTG
2 stops19h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/122:26 pmCTG - SAN
2 stops21h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$577
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Thu 11/1312:27 pmSAN - CTG
1 stop24h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/172:26 pmCTG - SAN
1 stop24h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$626
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Mon 11/175:00 pmSAN - CTG
2 stops17h 26mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/272:26 pmCTG - SAN
2 stops21h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$639
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1210:45 pmSAN - CTG
2 stops13h 45mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/198:00 amCTG - SAN
2 stops13h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$677

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 October 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Cartagena that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Cartagena

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Tue 1/6

8:16 pm-11:01 am

1 stop11h 45m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 1/23

9:42 am-5:41 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$504

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Sat 1/24

8:00 am-11:00 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 1/30

6:24 am-4:36 pm

2 stops13h 12m

$519

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Wed 1/21

8:00 am-11:00 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 1/29

6:24 am-4:36 pm

2 stops13h 12m

$519

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Fri 1/23

8:00 am-11:00 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 1/29

6:24 am-4:36 pm

2 stops13h 12m

$519

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Fri 1/23

8:00 am-11:00 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 1/30

6:24 am-4:36 pm

2 stops13h 12m

$519

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Tue 1/6

10:25 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 1/23

4:30 pm-12:06 pm

2 stops22h 36m

$521

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Mon 11/17

10:30 pm-2:14 pm

1 stop12h 44m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 11/27

3:29 pm-9:52 am

1 stop21h 23m

$521

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Sat 1/17

10:30 pm-2:17 pm

1 stop12h 47m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sat 1/24

3:32 pm-9:57 am

2 stops21h 25m

$521

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Mon 1/26

8:00 am-11:00 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 2/2

9:42 am-11:05 am

2 stops28h 23m

$529

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Mon 1/19

8:00 am-11:00 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 1/27

9:42 am-11:05 am

2 stops28h 23m

$529

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Deals found on 10/28

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Cartagena

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Cartagena in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Cartagena flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Cartagena flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Cartagena flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Cartagena flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Cartagena flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Cartagena

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cartagena (average of $229). Flying from San Diego to Cartagena in December is currently the most expensive (average of $572). 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 SAN to CTG?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 October 28, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Cartagena, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Cartagena?

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 October 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines and American Airlines from San Diego to Cartagena by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,560 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

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
1,560 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,560 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

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
11,033 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,560 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

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 San Diego to Cartagena. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Cartagena?

    Copa Airlines and United Airlines can get you from San Diego to Cartagena in just under 11h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15m. San Diego and Cartagena are separated by a distance of 3058 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Copa Airlines, at $383, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Cartagena. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Cartagena?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Cartagena?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cartagena (average of $229). Flying from San Diego to Cartagena in December is currently the most expensive (average of $572). 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 2 airlines flying from San Diego to Cartagena

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$383Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$568Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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