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Cheap flights from San José to Cartagena from £126

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 23/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CTG
21 Aug — 28 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from San José to Cartagena
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 22 July 2026.

Thu 13/809:50
SJO
-
CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Sun 16/813:30
CTG
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 17/7£211
Sat 12/918:17
SJO
-
CTG
1 stop13h 23m
Copa Airlines
Sun 20/919:00
CTG
-
SJO
1 stop14h 19m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 21/7£227
Fri 24/709:50
SJO
-
CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Fri 31/713:30
CTG
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 20/7£228
Tue 1/908:45
SJO
-
CTG
1 stop4h 20m
Copa Airlines
Sun 6/906:20
CTG
-
SJO
1 stop3h 44m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 20/7£235
Sun 25/1003:58
SJO
-
CTG
1 stop12h 57m
Copa Airlines
Sat 31/1006:25
CTG
-
SJO
1 stop13h 09m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 22/7£237
Sat 19/1212:02
SJO
-
CTG
1 stop19h 13m
Copa Airlines
Sat 26/1206:25
CTG
-
SJO
1 stop5h 37m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 17/7£248
Tue 22/1214:17
SJO
-
CTG
1 stop7h 43m
Copa Airlines
Sat 26/1212:05
CTG
-
SJO
1 stop20h 00m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 17/7£255
Sat 25/709:50
SJO
-
CTG
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Wed 29/713:30
CTG
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 20/7£263
Wed 23/1204:00
SJO
-
CTG
1 stop9h 05m
Copa Airlines
Thu 31/1206:25
CTG
-
SJO
1 stop13h 34m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 21/7£266
Fri 25/1217:53
SJO
-
CTG
1 stop13h 42m
Copa Airlines
Wed 30/1206:25
CTG
-
SJO
1 stop5h 37m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 22/7£267

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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 22 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£211

One-way from

£126

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£240
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 13/8-16/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 30m total
  • San José to Cartagena
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Copa Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • 31/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 52m total
  • San José to Cartagena
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£9 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 15/8

08:45-23:00

1 stop13h 15m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 23/8

15:05-10:58

1 stop20h 53m

£227

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/9

04:08-08:40

1 stop3h 32m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 15/9

12:00-07:10

1 stop20h 10m

£227

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 18/9

18:17-08:40

1 stop13h 23m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 21/9

06:20-18:59

1 stop13h 39m

£227
Fastest return journey

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 20/8

08:45-14:05

1 stop4h 20m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 24/8

06:20-09:04

1 stop3h 44m

£227

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/8

17:55-08:05

1 stop13h 10m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 9/8

06:20-09:04

1 stop3h 44m

£227

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 27/8

12:05-23:00

1 stop9h 55m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 30/8

06:20-13:52

1 stop8h 32m

£227

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 15/9

04:08-11:00

1 stop5h 52m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 20/9

19:00-09:04

1 stop15h 04m

£227

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/9

18:17-08:40

1 stop13h 23m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 20/9

19:00-08:19

1 stop14h 19m

£227

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/10

17:55-08:40

1 stop13h 45m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 16/10

06:20-10:58

1 stop5h 38m

£227

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 16/9

17:55-08:05

1 stop13h 10m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Mon 21/9

06:20-13:52

1 stop8h 32m

£227

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

The price you pay for your flight from San José to Cartagena may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 56 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 £176). Flying from San José to Cartagena in July is currently the most expensive (average of £240). 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 22 July 2026.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 34% on flights from San José to Cartagena by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

How much does it cost for a return flight 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 22 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Avianca from San José to Cartagena 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.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,522 reviews
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Overall

6.5

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.2

Entertainment

5.3

Food

5.0

Comfort

6.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ana Victoria,Jun 2026

BCN - BOG

On time, quite confortable. The food was good (and necessary).
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,522 reviews
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,522 reviews
Check prices

Overall

6.5

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.2

Entertainment

5.3

Food

5.0

Comfort

6.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ana Victoria,Jun 2026

BCN - BOG

On time, quite confortable. The food was good (and necessary).

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?

    Cartagena Rafael Nunez is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cartagena from San José Juan Santamaria Intl. Booking flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Rafael Nunez (CTG) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight to Cartagena from 1 airline. 4h 53m is how long a flight from San José to Cartagena Rafael Nunez will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    This flight path from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez was viewed by 4 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 15m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £227. There are 592 mi between San José and Cartagena.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San José to Cartagena round-trip?

    According to our current data, Avianca (£149), offers the cheapest pricing from San José to Cartagena. You may be able to fly from San José to Cartagena for 26% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • 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 holiday 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 £176). Flying from San José to Cartagena in July is currently the most expensive (average of £240). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest£149Average£240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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