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      Flight deals from San Diego to Cartagena

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Cartagena Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $561. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Cartagena.$561 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cartagena on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $561, select.
      Cartagena.$688 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cartagena on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $688, select.
      Cartagena.$689 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cartagena on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $689, select.
      Cartagena.$696 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cartagena on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $696, select.
      Cartagena.$704 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Tue, 17 Nov.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Cartagena on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $704, select.
      Cartagena.$870 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Apr, returning Fri, 30 Apr.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cartagena on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $870, select.
      Cartagena.$872 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan, returning Tue, 19 Jan.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cartagena on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $872, select.
      Cartagena.$874 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cartagena on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.
      Cartagena.$874 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb, returning Thu, 18 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cartagena on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.
      Cartagena.$875 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Apr, returning Sat, 1 May.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cartagena on Sat, 1 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $875, select.
      Cartagena.$937 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cartagena on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $937, select.
      Cartagena.$1,150 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May, returning Tue, 18 May.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Cartagena on Tue, 18 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,150, select.
      Cartagena.$1,237 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul, returning Tue, 6 Jul.Return flight with United and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Cartagena on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,237, select.
      Cartagena.$1,623 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Cartagena on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,623, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Cartagena

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Cartagena flights are currently cheapest in October.
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      from $937
      Oct
      from $561
      Nov
      from $704
      Dec
      from $696
      Jan
      from $872
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      from $874
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      from $870
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      San Diego to Cartagena: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from San Diego to Cartagena below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cartagena.

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      San Diego to Cartagena: Flight information

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      Cheapest flight found$561
      Cheapest month to flyOctober

      Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Cartagena: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Cartagena is $561. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Diego to Cartagena. But we found flights with one stop from $561.
      As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from San Diego to Cartagena.
      The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Cartagena is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Cartagena Airport on Wednesday, 14 October 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego and Cartagena Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cartagena but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cartagena is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      The cheapest airline that flies to Cartagena is Copa .

      Travelling from San Diego to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): What you need to know

      • The timezone in Cartagena is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of San Diego. Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport is located in Cartagena.

      • To ensure you catch your flight from San Diego to CTG, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

      • Travelling during a peak month like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

      Airports in San Diego

      San Diego International Airport (SAN)

      • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from San Diego to CTG leaving from San Diego International Airport (SAN), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:

        • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

        • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

        • Miami International Airport (MIA)

      • SAN is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.

      • Have an early flight from San Diego to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near San Diego International Airport:

      • When it comes to the on-time performance of San Diego International Airport, 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

      • SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

      McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

      • CLD is approximately 48 kilometres from central San Diego. Plan ahead to find the fastest way to reach your terminal.

      • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your San Diego to CTG flight? Unwind in a hotel near McClellan-Palomar Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:

      • The majority of flights that depart McClellan-Palomar Airport land at their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 88%.

      About Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

      • If you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near CTG:

      • Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your San Diego to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.

      Getting from Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena

      • From Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport, central Cartagena is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.

      • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.

      How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

      • $398 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport. A return flight starts at $561. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

      • To pick up cheap flights from San Diego to CTG, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

      • If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your San Diego to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport ticket.

      • Finding a cheap plane ticket from San Diego to CTG couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

      • Find an affordable flight from San Diego to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

      The best time to fly from San Diego to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

      • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from San Diego to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG). January is the most popular month to visit Cartagena. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in December.

      • The warmest month in Cartagena is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your San Diego to CTG plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

      • Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

      More about Cartagena

      Explore more of Colombia

      • Barranquilla is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cartagena. Around 97 kilometres away to the northeast, check out popular attractions including Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.

      • Around 161 kilometres northeast of Cartagena, Santa Marta is another favourite stop in Colombia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.

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