Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know
Cartagena is 16 hours behind Sydney and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SYD to CTG flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
$1,034 is the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Return flights start from $2,440. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SYD to CTG, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SYD to CTG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.62% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Book a hotel near CTG if you're catching a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and find adventure across Cartagena and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Rafael Nunez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
From Rafael Nunez International Airport, Cartagena is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cartagena. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cartagena is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to CTG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Cartagena has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres south of Cartagena, a trip to Medellin will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.
Barranquilla is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena. No trip is complete without dropping by La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.