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$166+ 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 9/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CTG
Jul 16 — Jul 231
Wed 7/16
Wed 7/23
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 July 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$426
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$166
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$727
From San Diego to Cartagena Rafael Nunez
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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 July 11, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 8/249:03 pmSAN - CTG
1 stop15h 01mCopa Airlines
Sun 8/319:27 amCTG - SAN
1 stop10h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/10$426
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Mon 8/187:01 pmSAN - CTG
2 stops15h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/2410:40 amCTG - SAN
3 stops22h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9$469
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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.
Wed 7/233:57 pmSAN - CTG
2 stops18h 18mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/291:28 pmCTG - SAN
2 stops22h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/10$482
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/217:21 pmSAN - CTG
3 stops35h 19mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/289:39 amCTG - SAN
2 stops24h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/10$518
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Tue 9/210:17 pmSAN - CTG
1 stop12h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/161:25 pmCTG - SAN
1 stop10h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/9$630
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Tue 7/1510:30 pmSAN - CTG
2 stops21h 45mLATAM Airlines
Thu 7/172:28 pmCTG - SAN
1 stop10h 53mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/9$708
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/148:30 pmSAN - CTG
1 stop15h 20mJetBlue
Sat 7/193:10 pmCTG - SAN
1 stop21h 19mJetBlue
Deal found 7/9$1,117

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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 July 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Cartagena that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Cartagena

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Sun 8/24

9:03 pm-2:04 pm

1 stop15h 01m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 8/31

9:27 am-5:44 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$426

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Mon 8/18

7:01 pm-12:28 pm

2 stops15h 27m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 8/24

10:40 am-7:21 am

3 stops22h 41m

$469

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Wed 7/23

3:57 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops18h 18m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 7/29

1:28 pm-9:55 am

2 stops22h 27m

$482

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Thu 8/21

7:21 pm-8:40 am

3 stops35h 19m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 8/28

9:39 am-7:55 am

2 stops24h 16m

$518

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Tue 9/2

10:17 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop12h 08m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 9/16

1:25 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$630

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Sun 9/14

7:16 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops15h 07m

$166

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Sun 9/14

9:08 pm-8:21 am

1 stop9h 13m

$170

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Sun 9/14

7:16 pm-8:53 pm

3 stops23h 37m

$198

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Sat 9/6

6:15 am-8:41 am

2 stops24h 26m

$231

San DiegoCartagena

SAN - CTG

SANCTG

San Diego

Sat 9/6

8:40 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$252

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Cartagena

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Cartagena. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Cartagena, you should look to book at least 15 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cartagena (average of $404). Flying from San Diego 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 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 July 11, 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 17% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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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 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and JetBlue 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
7.5
Good
1,474 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

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
1,474 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,474 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,846 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,474 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

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.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,910 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,474 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,474 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,055 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,474 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

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

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.

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

    Copa Airlines, at $426, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Cartagena.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $166 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Copa Airlines from $170 and United Airlines from $231 one-way.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Cartagena (average of $404). Flying from San Diego 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 airline flying from San Diego to Cartagena

Discover the top airline 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 July 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$433Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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