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$118+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CTG
mar. 23 — mar. 301
dom. 3/23
dom. 3/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez are usually found in May or August, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Cartagena

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 marzo 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$227
(Avianca)

One-way from

$118
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$239

Good round-trip deal

$256 or less

Good one-way deal

$134 or less
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This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
jue. 11/274:55 pmSJO - CTG
1 stop5h 29mAvianca
lun. 12/18:25 amCTG - SJO
1 stop6h 45mAvianca
Deal found 3/17$221
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
sáb. 4/266:07 pmSJO - CTG
1 stop13h 14mCopa Airlines
vie. 5/26:20 amCTG - SJO
1 stop4h 39mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/17$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/146:20 pmSJO - CTG
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
jue. 4/2410:50 amCTG - SJO
1 stop10h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$302

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San José

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Cartagena

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 5/3

11:00 am-7:13 pm

2 stops7h 13m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

dom. 5/4

4:40 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$227

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 4/26

6:07 pm-8:21 am

1 stop13h 14m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

vie. 5/2

6:20 am-9:59 am

1 stop4h 39m

$231

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 4/14

6:20 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

jue. 4/24

10:50 am-7:59 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$302

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 5/3

2:40 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$118

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 5/5

8:09 am-11:01 pm

1 stop13h 52m

$122

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 8/9

8:35 pm-3:46 pm

1 stop18h 11m

$137

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 8/14

10:02 am-4:43 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$183

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Deals found on 3/16

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 José, San José Province-Cartagena flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Cartagena flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Cartagena flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Cartagena flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 José, San José Province-Cartagena flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San José to Cartagena

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Cartagena

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Cartagena. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Cartagena is 30 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena (average of $404). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 SJO to CTG?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 marzo 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San José, San José Province to Cartagena in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Cartagena?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Cartagena. Price data was last updated on March 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Cartagena flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San José, San José Province to Cartagena

Explore weekly flight availability from San José 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 marzo 18, 2025.

The most flights from SJO to CTG are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Cartagena by month

Plan your trip to Cartagena by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cartagena ranges from 0.0 - 8.7 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cartagena when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Cartagena by month

Plan your trip to Cartagena by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cartagena, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

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 marzo 18, 2025.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,405 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,405 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,405 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,294 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,405 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to Cartagena?

    If you wish to fly to Cartagena from San José, then you need to book flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez. There is 1 flight from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Rafael Nunez (CTG) per day to choose from. Flights to Cartagena from Juan Santamaria Intl are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 40m is how long a nonstop flight from San José to Cartagena Rafael Nunez typically takes.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Cartagena flight route?

    Within the past month, 6 users have taken a look at flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Cartagena round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Cartagena round-trip from $227. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Copa Airlines. Users have found that Avianca is 5% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Cartagena?

    While on average a flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena is generally $215, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $118. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Cartagena Rafael Nunez), you can expect to pay $231 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San José, San José Province to Cartagena?

    San José, San José Province to Cartagena flights have a layover in Panama City most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Panama City?

    Most Panama City visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal. Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal are located about 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Those landing in Panama City looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $15 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San José, San José Province to Cartagena flights?

    San José, San José Province to Cartagena flights have a layover in Bogotá least often.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José, San José Province to Cartagena?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena (average of $404). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 2 airlines flying from San José to Cartagena

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 marzo 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$174Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$208Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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