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$452+ Cheap flights from Cartagena (CTG) to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

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 3/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CTG — MAD
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cartagena Rafael Nunez to Madrid Barajas are usually found in February or March, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Cartagena to Madrid

Cheapest flights from Cartagena to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cartagena to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:55 pmCTG - MAD
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Tue 1/201:05 pmMAD - CTG
2 stops31h 12mKLM
Deal found 12/10$721
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:55 pmCTG - MAD
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Fri 3/206:00 amMAD - CTG
2 stops17h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/11$736
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:55 pmCTG - MAD
1 stop33h 20mKLM
Thu 2/1211:00 amMAD - CTG
2 stops36h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/10$758
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:22 pmCTG - MAD
1 stop35h 53mKLM
Wed 2/186:00 amMAD - CTG
2 stops17h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/9$785
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:22 pmCTG - MAD
1 stop35h 53mKLM
Fri 3/136:00 amMAD - CTG
2 stops17h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/10$786
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:55 pmCTG - MAD
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Sat 1/247:05 amMAD - CTG
2 stops21h 55mKLM
Deal found 12/10$794
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:55 pmCTG - MAD
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Thu 1/2911:15 amMAD - CTG
1 stop33h 02mKLM
Deal found 12/11$807
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/113:04 pmCTG - MAD
2 stops22h 36mKLM
Sat 1/1711:15 amMAD - CTG
1 stop33h 02mKLM
Deal found 12/9$847
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/293:22 pmCTG - MAD
1 stop35h 53mKLM
Sat 3/147:05 amMAD - CTG
2 stops40h 30mKLM
Deal found 12/11$850

Find flight deals from Cartagena to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cartagena (CTG) to Madrid (MAD). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$702
(KLM)

One-way from

$452
(Plus Ultra)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$909

Good round-trip deal

$668 or less

Good one-way deal

$414 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($84 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cartagena to Madrid 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cartagena to Madrid that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

CartagenaMadrid

CTG - MAD

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 2/4

3:02 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops26h 23m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/20

11:00 am-5:35 pm

2 stops36h 35m

$708

CartagenaMadrid

CTG - MAD

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sat 1/31

3:32 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 08m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/16

6:00 am-5:35 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$722

CartagenaMadrid

CTG - MAD

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 2/5

3:32 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops25h 53m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/23

6:00 am-5:35 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$722

CartagenaMadrid

CTG - MAD

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 3/3

3:32 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 08m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 3/21

1:05 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$728

CartagenaMadrid

CTG - MAD

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 2/16

3:32 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops25h 53m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/27

6:00 am-5:35 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$731

CartagenaMadrid

CTG - MAD

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 12/23

6:55 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 3/20

6:00 am-5:35 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$736

CartagenaMadrid

CTG - MAD

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 4/8

2:30 pm-9:35 am

1 stop36h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 5/30

6:00 am-11:01 pm

2 stops24h 01m

$751

CartagenaMadrid

CTG - MAD

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 2/6

6:55 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 2/21

5:00 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops30h 35m

$770

CartagenaMadrid

CTG - MAD

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 2/4

3:02 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops26h 23m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/27

11:15 am-2:17 pm

1 stop33h 02m

$781

CartagenaMadrid

CTG - MAD

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 3/2

3:32 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 08m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 3/14

7:05 am-5:35 pm

2 stops40h 30m

$784

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Deals found on 12/9

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Compare providers for flights from Cartagena to Madrid

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 Cartagena to Madrid in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Cartagena-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Cartagena-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cartagena-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cartagena-Madrid 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 Cartagena-Madrid 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 Cartagena to Madrid

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madrid from Cartagena with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cartagena to Madrid

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cartagena to Madrid. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cartagena to Madrid. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cartagena to Madrid (average of $513). Flying from Cartagena to Madrid in July is currently the most expensive (average of $771). 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 CTG to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Cartagena to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cartagena to Madrid is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. 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 Madrid. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM and Avianca from Cartagena to Madrid to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,480 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cartagena to Madrid. 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 Cartagena to Madrid?

    For as low as $708, KLM can have you in Madrid from Cartagena in 26h 23m. The distance between Cartagena and Madrid is about 4802 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Cartagena to Madrid is Plus Ultra. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $509 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are KLM and Avianca, starting at $680 and $796 round-trip. Plus Ultra is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cartagena to Madrid?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $411. While the most popular route (Cartagena Rafael Nunez - Madrid Barajas) can be booked for $708 on average, our data indicates $590 when flying from Cartagena to Madrid.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cartagena to Madrid?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cartagena to Madrid 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 Cartagena to Madrid?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cartagena to Madrid (average of $513). Flying from Cartagena to Madrid in July is currently the most expensive (average of $771). 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 3 airlines flying from Cartagena to Madrid

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cartagena to Madrid. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Plus UltraCheapest$509Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$680Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AviancaCheapest$796Average$1,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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