$133+ 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 9/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CTG
May 24 — May 311
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Cartagena. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2026.
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/219:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Mon 5/251:30 pm
CTG
- SJO
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 4/22![Avianca logo]()
$265
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 6/298:47 am
SJO
- CTG
1 stop4h 18m
Copa Airlines
Fri 7/36:20 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop5h 46m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$267
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 5/189:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Thu 5/216:25 pm
CTG
- SJO
1 stop6h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 4/22![Avianca logo]()
$268
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sun 5/179:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Fri 5/291:30 pm
CTG
- SJO
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 4/21![Avianca logo]()
$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 6/114:10 am
SJO
- CTG
1 stop3h 30m
Copa Airlines
Mon 6/156:20 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop8h 44m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Copa Airlines logo]()
$277
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 5/119:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Sat 5/1610:30 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop5h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 4/22![Avianca logo]()
$278
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 5/39:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Thu 5/79:00 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop7h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 4/20![Avianca logo]()
$280
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/89:25 am
SJO
- CTG
1 stop4h 50m
Avianca
Mon 5/111:30 pm
CTG
- SJO
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 4/20![Avianca logo]()
$282
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Mon 5/189:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Fri 5/221:30 pm
CTG
- SJO
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 4/24![Avianca logo]()
$284
Best flights from San José to CartagenaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Cartagena that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 24, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Cartagena that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 24, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 6/18:47 am
SJO
- CTG
1 stop4h 18m
Copa Airlines
Sat 6/63:05 pm
CTG
- SJO
1 stop4h 54m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$267
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 7/55:55 pm
SJO
- CTG
1 stop13h 10m
Copa Airlines
Sat 7/116:20 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop3h 46m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$267
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 7/96:17 pm
SJO
- CTG
1 stop13h 23m
Copa Airlines
Sun 7/127:00 pm
CTG
- SJO
1 stop13h 12m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$267
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/146:01 pm
SJO
- CTG
1 stop3h 59m
Copa Airlines
Sun 5/176:20 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop8h 44m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$288
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/274:10 am
SJO
- CTG
1 stop3h 30m
Copa Airlines
Sun 5/319:45 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop5h 19m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$288
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/141:37 pm
SJO
- CTG
1 stop8h 23m
Copa Airlines
Mon 5/186:20 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop13h 41m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$288
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/71:37 pm
SJO
- CTG
1 stop8h 23m
Copa Airlines
Mon 5/119:25 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop10h 01m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$288
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/288:14 am
SJO
- CTG
1 stop13h 46m
Copa Airlines
Sun 5/319:45 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop5h 19m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$288
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 5/95:50 am
SJO
- CTG
1 stop7h 15m
Copa Airlines
Wed 5/136:20 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop11h 31m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$288
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/296:19 pm
SJO
- CTG
1 stop13h 21m
Copa Airlines
Fri 6/56:20 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop3h 46m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$289
Last-minute flights from San José to CartagenaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San José to Cartagena. Data last updated April 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to Cartagena. Data last updated April 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 5/39:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Thu 5/77:45 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop8h 40m
Avianca
Deal found 4/23![Avianca logo]()
$267
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/89:25 am
SJO
- CTG
1 stop4h 50m
Avianca
Mon 5/111:30 pm
CTG
- SJO
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 4/20![Avianca logo]()
$282
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 5/119:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Sat 5/1610:30 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop5h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 4/22![Avianca logo]()
$278
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 5/179:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Wed 5/271:30 pm
CTG
- SJO
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 4/20![Avianca logo]()
$276
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 5/179:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Fri 5/2910:30 am
CTG
- SJO
1 stop5h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 4/20![Avianca logo]()
$279
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 5/189:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Thu 5/216:25 pm
CTG
- SJO
1 stop6h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 4/22![Avianca logo]()
$268
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Mon 5/189:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Fri 5/221:30 pm
CTG
- SJO
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 4/24![Avianca logo]()
$284
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/219:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Mon 5/251:30 pm
CTG
- SJO
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 4/22![Avianca logo]()
$265
One-way flights from San José to CartagenaSearch for one-way flight options from San José to Cartagena. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 24, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San José to Cartagena. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 24, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 9/277:08 am
SJO
- CTG
1 stop4h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$133
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 6/198:47 am
SJO
- CTG
1 stop13h 13m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$137
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/139:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 4/22![Avianca logo]()
$173
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 6/219:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 4/20![Avianca logo]()
$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Mon 5/254:39 pm
SJO
- CTG
1 stop26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$178
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 6/199:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 4/21![Avianca logo]()
$179
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 8/19:25 am
SJO
- CTG
1 stop7h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 4/21![Avianca logo]()
$180
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/129:50 am
SJO
- CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 4/23![Avianca logo]()
$181
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 5/94:00 pm
SJO
- CTG
1 stop6h 40m
Avianca
Deal found 4/21![Avianca logo]()
$185
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/208:47 am
SJO
- CTG
1 stop4h 18m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$187
Find 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 April 24, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $265 (Avianca) |
One-way from | $133 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $276 |
Good round-trip deal | $297 or less |
Good one-way deal | $173 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 April 24, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San JoséCartagena
SJO - CTG
SJOCTG
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 6/1
8:47 am-2:05 pm
1 stop4h 18m
Cartagena Rafael Nunez
Sat 6/6
3:05 pm-6:59 pm
1 stop4h 54m
$267
San JoséCartagena
SJO - CTG
SJOCTG
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 7/5
5:55 pm-8:05 am
1 stop13h 10m
Cartagena Rafael Nunez
Sat 7/11
6:20 am-9:06 am
1 stop3h 46m
$267
San JoséCartagena
SJO - CTG
SJOCTG
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 7/9
6:17 pm-8:40 am
1 stop13h 23m
Cartagena Rafael Nunez
Sun 7/12
7:00 pm-7:12 am
1 stop13h 12m
$267
San JoséCartagena
SJO - CTG
SJOCTG
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 5/14
6:01 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop3h 59m
Cartagena Rafael Nunez
Sun 5/17
6:20 am-2:04 pm
1 stop8h 44m
$288
Quickest round-trip
San JoséCartagena
SJO - CTG
SJOCTG
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 5/27
4:10 am-8:40 am
1 stop3h 30m
Cartagena Rafael Nunez
Sun 5/31
9:45 am-2:04 pm
1 stop5h 19m
$288
San JoséCartagena
SJO - CTG
SJOCTG
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 5/14
1:37 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop8h 23m
Cartagena Rafael Nunez
Mon 5/18
6:20 am-7:01 pm
1 stop13h 41m
$288
San JoséCartagena
SJO - CTG
SJOCTG
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 5/7
1:37 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop8h 23m
Cartagena Rafael Nunez
Mon 5/11
9:25 am-6:26 pm
1 stop10h 01m
$288
San JoséCartagena
SJO - CTG
SJOCTG
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 5/28
8:14 am-11:00 pm
1 stop13h 46m
Cartagena Rafael Nunez
Sun 5/31
9:45 am-2:04 pm
1 stop5h 19m
$288
San JoséCartagena
SJO - CTG
SJOCTG
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 5/9
5:50 am-2:05 pm
1 stop7h 15m
Cartagena Rafael Nunez
Wed 5/13
6:20 am-4:51 pm
1 stop11h 31m
$288
San JoséCartagena
SJO - CTG
SJOCTG
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 5/29
6:19 pm-8:40 am
1 stop13h 21m
Cartagena Rafael Nunez
Fri 6/5
6:20 am-9:06 am
1 stop3h 46m
$289
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- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-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-Cartagena flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Cartagena?
The best time to book flights from San José to Cartagena is 64 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 to Cartagena?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Cartagena (average of $226). Flying from San José to Cartagena in December is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 April 24, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from San José to Cartagena in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
How often are flights from San José to Cartagena delayed?
About 5% of weekly flights between San José and Cartagena have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Cartagena flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Cartagena flights?
Over the last year, Avianca have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.
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 April 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José 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.
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
6.8
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Sep 2025
PEI - PTY
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
6.8
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Sep 2025
PEI - PTY
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
6.8
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.5
Food
6.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Sep 2025
PEI - PTY
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$185 | Average$256 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$264 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% |