How often are flights from Cartagena to Madrid delayed?

About 35% of weekly flights between Cartagena and Madrid have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 263 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cartagena to Madrid flights?

Over the past year, Plus Ultra have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 33% of flights being delayed.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cartagena to Madrid flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

How popular is this Cartagena to Madrid flight route?

Within the past month, 8 users have taken a look at flights from Cartagena Rafael Nunez to Madrid Barajas.

How long is the flight from Cartagena to Madrid?

For as low as £666, KLM can have you in Madrid from Cartagena in 36h 50m. Cartagena and Madrid are separated by a distance of 4802 mi.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cartagena to Madrid round-trip?

Currently priced at £717, Avianca will fly you from Cartagena to Madrid and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. You may be able to fly from Cartagena to Madrid for 1% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 10.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Madrid when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Madrid, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

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

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Round-trip from	£666
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Cheapest in	February
Average price	£725

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CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez - MAD Madrid Barajas

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Mon 26/10

18:55-19:35

1 stop18h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 31/12

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CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez - MAD Madrid Barajas

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Thu 26/11

18:55-09:55

1 stop33h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

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£429

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CartagenaMadrid

CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez - MAD Madrid Barajas

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 4/11

18:55-16:05

1 stop15h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

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£430

CartagenaMadrid

CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez - MAD Madrid Barajas

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 10/11

18:55-12:10

1 stop35h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

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CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez - MAD Madrid Barajas

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Sun 8/11

18:55-19:35

1 stop18h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£431

CartagenaMadrid

CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez - MAD Madrid Barajas

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 25/10

18:55-16:05

1 stop15h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

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£431

CartagenaMadrid

CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez - MAD Madrid Barajas

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 27/10

18:55-19:35

1 stop18h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£431

CartagenaMadrid

CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez - MAD Madrid Barajas

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 27/11

18:55-19:35

1 stop18h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£433

CartagenaMadrid

CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez - MAD Madrid Barajas

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 7/4

14:30-12:15

1 stop14h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 24/4

20:30-23:00

2 stops33h 30m

£690

CartagenaMadrid

CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez - MAD Madrid Barajas

CTGMAD

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 3/11

15:05-09:55

2 stops36h 50m

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cartagena to Madrid, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cartagena to Madrid (average of £575). Flying from Cartagena to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of £851). 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?

When flying from Cartagena to Madrid, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cartagena to Madrid?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Cartagena to Madrid flights typically cost between £652 and £805 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £666 on KLM (1 Dec–5 Feb).

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BOG - ORD

They use Recaro Seats , but without “recline” for a 6h flight??? And very bad food … only one option???

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They use Recaro Seats , but without “recline” for a 6h flight??? And very bad food … only one option???

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How popular is this Cartagena to Madrid flight route?
Within the past month, 8 users have taken a look at flights from Cartagena Rafael Nunez to Madrid Barajas.
How long is the flight from Cartagena to Madrid?
For as low as £666, KLM can have you in Madrid from Cartagena in 36h 50m. Cartagena and Madrid are separated by a distance of 4802 mi.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cartagena to Madrid round-trip?
Currently priced at £717, Avianca will fly you from Cartagena to Madrid and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. You may be able to fly from Cartagena to Madrid for 1% less than the average price by searching for this airline.
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 holiday 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cartagena to Madrid (average of £575). Flying from Cartagena to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of £851). 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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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cartagena to Madrid, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CTG to MAD?

When flying from Cartagena to Madrid, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cartagena to Madrid?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Cartagena to Madrid flights typically cost between £652 and £805 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £666 on KLM (1 Dec–5 Feb).

How often are flights from Cartagena to Madrid delayed?

About 35% of weekly flights between Cartagena and Madrid have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 263 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cartagena to Madrid flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cartagena to Madrid flights?

Over the past year, Plus Ultra have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 33% of flights being delayed.

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Cartagena to Madrid flights typically cost between £652 and £805 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £666 on KLM (1 Dec–5 Feb).