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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 587
Typical prices: C$ 740-C$ 1,052
Copa Airlines
Tue 1/5Mon 7/5
LAX - CTG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 238
Typical prices: C$ 292-C$ 614
Copa Airlines
Wed 21/11
LAX - CTG • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Cartagena. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 619 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena (LAX-CTG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Cartagena

Sat, 1 May - Fri, 7 May
Copa Airlines Logo
11:01 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
17h 24m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
Copa Airlines Logo
12:20 p.m. - 11:17 p.m.CTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-LAX Los Angeles
12h 57m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
C$ 587Copa Airlines
1 day ago
Wed, 6 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
United Airlines Logo
1:11 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
20h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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2:20 p.m. - 9:54 p.m.CTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-LAX Los Angeles
10h 34m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
C$ 606United Airlines
1 day ago
Sun, 7 Feb - Fri, 19 Feb
JetBlue Logo
9:35 p.m. - 12:44 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
12h 09m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
JetBlue Logo
1:50 p.m. - 11:46 p.m.CTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-LAX Los Angeles
12h 56m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
C$ 608JetBlue
1 day ago
Fri, 2 Apr - Sun, 11 Apr
Copa Airlines Logo
11:01 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
9h 59m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
Copa Airlines Logo
7:25 p.m. - 8:46 p.m.CTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-LAX Los Angeles
27h 21m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
C$ 610Copa Airlines
2 days ago
Fri, 9 Apr - Tue, 20 Apr
Copa Airlines Logo
11:01 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
9h 59m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
Copa Airlines Logo
12:20 p.m. - 8:46 p.m.CTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-LAX Los Angeles
10h 26m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
C$ 615Copa Airlines
4 hours ago
Sun, 7 Feb - Fri, 19 Feb
JetBlue Logo
9:35 p.m. - 12:44 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
12h 09m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
JetBlue Logo
1:50 p.m. - 11:46 p.m.CTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-LAX Los Angeles
12h 56m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
C$ 621JetBlue
1 day ago
Mon, 11 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
JetBlue Logo
11:59 p.m. - 12:44 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
9h 45m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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1:49 p.m. - 11:57 p.m.CTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-LAX Los Angeles
13h 08m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
C$ 628JetBlue
3+ days ago
Fri, 8 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
JetBlue Logo
9:35 p.m. - 12:44 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
12h 09m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
JetBlue Logo
1:49 p.m. - 11:57 p.m.CTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-LAX Los Angeles
13h 08m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
C$ 631JetBlue
3+ days ago
Wed, 6 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
United Airlines Logo
9:30 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
12h 40m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
4:00 p.m. - 9:57 a.m.CTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-LAX Los Angeles
20h 57m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
C$ 634United Airlines
11 hours ago
Mon, 19 Apr - Sun, 2 May
Delta Logo
5:25 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
17h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:45 p.m. - 7:50 a.m.CTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-LAX Los Angeles
21h 05m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Lima J Chavez Intl
C$ 635Delta
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles to Cartagena flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Cartagena?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena typically range from C$ 740 to C$ 1,052. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 587, on Copa Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Cartagena?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Cartagena. It's 12% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cartagena?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cartagena at C$ 722 round-trip.
•December (C$ 1,059) and June (C$ 1,022) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Los Angeles to Cartagena flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

C$ 238
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Cartagena

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena

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Your Los Angeles to Cartagena flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • How long does a flight from Los Angeles to Cartagena take?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Cartagena takes 00m, covering 8,166 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Cartagena?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Cartagena flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena range from C$ 740 to C$ 1,052, with an average of C$ 896 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 740 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Cartagena flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the C$ 896 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Cartagena changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 587 to C$ 2,625. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Cartagena looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Cartagena are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 269, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport (CTG)?

    Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport (CTG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 84 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Localiza
    • National
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Cartagena?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Cartagena Rafael Nunez (CTG).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena most commonly connect through:

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) – 66% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Los Angeles to Cartagena. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 797 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at C$ 941, a difference of C$ 144.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Los Angeles to Cartagena?

    Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 49m, compared with 11h 26m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 11h 33m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Cartagena?

    Cartagena is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Colombia Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Cartagena?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cartagena are Walled City, Playa Castillo Grande, and Plaza de San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in Cartagena on KAYAK.

  • Is a visa required to travel from Los Angeles to Cartagena?

    A visa is not necessary for US citizens as long as they are traveling to the country for tourism purposes and don’t intend on staying for longer than 90 days. However, you will need your passport to be valid throughout the entire duration of your stay and it should have at least one blank page for immigration stamps.

  • What are the layover options on the flight from Los Angeles to Cartagena?

    Since most airlines prefer to have their layovers in a hub city, your layover options depend on the airline you choose to fly with. For instance, if you choose to fly with American Airlines, your layover on this route will be in Miami. For international carriers such as Copa Airlines and Avianca, you’ll have to deal with a connection in their main hubs which in this case are Panama City and Bogota respectively.

  • What transport options are available from Cartagena Airport to the city center?

    There are multiple commuter options from Cartagena Airport to the city center. You can choose between a bus or a taxi. The bus is a cheaper option and ideal if you don’t have too much luggage to deal with. The taxi, on the other hand, is a preferred option if you need a convenient way to get to your destination with a load of luggage. Both can be accessed outside the airport terminal, just follow the signage leading to the bus terminal or taxi parking.

  • Can I access an airline lounge during my layover?

    This is entirely dependent on the airline you’re flying with as well as the airport in which you are having your layover. For example, if you book your ticket with Copa Airlines, you are most likely to have your layover at Panama City Tocumen Airport where you will be able to access the Copa Club lounge. Similarly, when flying with Avianca, you will be able to access the Avianca VIP Lounge during your layover at El Dorado International Airport. It is important to confirm that the airline you’re flying with has an affiliate lounge at the airport you will be stopping at.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Cartagena flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 797, about C$ 144 less than Tuesday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Cartagena trip for May. Fares historically average C$ 722 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 337 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport.

    • Ibis Cartagena Marbella
    • GHL Corales de Indias
    • Hotel Las Americas Casa de Playa
  • Copa Airlines allows you to pay a small fee to get extra legroom, even if you have Economy class tickets. This is a good option to make your flight more comfortable.
  • When flying on American Airlines from Los Angeles to Cartagena, consider upgrading from Basic Economy to the Main Cabin. With this, you are allowed a carry-on bag, the first checked bag, and even seat selection. These options are not available in Economy class.
  • Ontario International Airport (ONT) is an alternative airport to fly out of if you don’t want to go through Los Angeles International Airport which is renowned for its busy nature and long queues. It is less than 40 miles away from Los Angeles and also offers flights to Cartagena.
  • Traffic can sometimes be a pain when going into Los Angeles Airport (LAX) via road. The metro offers an alternative option although you will have to connect one from downtown Los Angeles to Union Station with another from Union Station to the Airport terminal.
  • When booking a flight for an unaccompanied minor, American Airlines is a good choice. They have a dedicated service that will ensure your child is safe and taken care of through the whole trip, from check-in to landing. The only condition for connecting flights is if the layover is in Miami.

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