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$169+ 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 11/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CTG
Jul 12 — Jul 191
Sun 7/12
Sun 7/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez are usually found in October or November, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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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 June 12, 2026.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 6/239:50 am
SJO
-
CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Fri 6/265:25 pm
CTG
-
SJO
2 stops7h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 6/11$279
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/49:50 am
SJO
-
CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Sun 9/69:00 am
CTG
-
SJO
1 stop7h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 6/10$281
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/172:00 pm
SJO
-
CTG
1 stop6h 50m
Avianca
Sun 9/201:30 pm
CTG
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 6/10$283
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 9/231:50 am
SJO
-
CTG
1 stop5h 20m
Avianca
Sun 9/274:35 am
CTG
-
SJO
1 stop5h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 6/12$287
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/169:50 am
SJO
-
CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Thu 6/185:25 pm
CTG
-
SJO
2 stops7h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 6/9$289
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/169:50 am
SJO
-
CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Sun 10/1810:30 am
CTG
-
SJO
1 stop5h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 6/11$291
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/129:50 am
SJO
-
CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Tue 9/1511:20 am
CTG
-
SJO
1 stop8h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 6/10$294
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 11/1910:20 am
SJO
-
CTG
Nonstop1h 50m
Avianca
Sun 11/222:30 pm
CTG
-
SJO
1 stop5h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 6/8$296
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 6/272:59 pm
SJO
-
CTG
1 stop16h 41m
Copa Airlines
Tue 6/3012:00 pm
CTG
-
SJO
1 stop20h 12m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/7$320

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 June 12, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(Avianca)

One-way from

$169
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$265

Good round-trip deal

$319 or less

Good one-way deal

$179 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 June 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Cartagena that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/1

5:55 pm-8:05 am

1 stop13h 10m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 7/7

3:05 pm-7:12 am

1 stop17h 07m

$320

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/28

5:45 am-11:00 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 8/4

6:20 am-10:58 am

1 stop5h 38m

$326

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/24

4:08 am-8:40 am

1 stop3h 32m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 7/28

6:20 am-1:54 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$328

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/24

4:08 am-8:40 am

1 stop3h 32m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 7/26

6:20 am-12:21 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$328

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/19

12:06 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sat 7/25

6:20 am-11:06 am

1 stop5h 46m

$332

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/23

10:03 am-8:05 am

1 stop21h 02m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 8/28

6:20 am-1:51 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$332

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/7

5:55 pm-8:35 am

1 stop13h 40m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sat 11/14

6:25 am-1:42 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$332

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/12

4:08 am-8:40 am

1 stop3h 32m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 10/19

7:00 pm-8:19 am

1 stop14h 19m

$332
Quickest round-trip

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/1

12:04 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop4h 51m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sat 11/7

9:35 am-1:42 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$332

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/30

5:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop16h 05m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sat 12/5

12:05 pm-7:05 am

1 stop20h 00m

$332

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Cartagena

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

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 56 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 $232). Flying from San José to Cartagena in December is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 June 12, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from San José to Cartagena in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José 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 June 12, 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.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,535 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines

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 45m is how long a nonstop flight from San José to Cartagena Rafael Nunez typically takes.

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

    The San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    A quick flight from San José to Cartagena can take about 13h 10m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $320. San José and Cartagena are separated by a distance of 592 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Copa Airlines ($182), and Avianca ($186) offers the cheapest pricing from San José to Cartagena. Users have found that Copa Airlines is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    While on average a flight from San José to Cartagena is generally $260, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $179. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Cartagena Rafael Nunez), you can expect to pay $332 for that flight.

  • 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 to Cartagena?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Cartagena (average of $232). Flying from San José to Cartagena in December is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 June 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$182Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$186Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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