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Find cheap flights from San José to Cartagena from C$ 158

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Cheap flight deals from San José to Cartagena (SJO-CTG)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San José to Cartagena that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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10:40 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.SJO-CTG
1h 40mdirect
6:39 p.m. - 12:20 a.m.CTG-SJO
6h 41m2 stops
C$ 269Avianca
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Sun, 19 May - Thu, 23 May
6:14 p.m. - 8:54 a.m.SJO-CTG
13h 40m1 stop
6:49 a.m. - 10:02 a.m.CTG-SJO
4h 13m1 stop
C$ 270Copa Airlines
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Mon, 3 Jun - Fri, 7 Jun
8:27 a.m. - 2:11 p.m.SJO-CTG
4h 44m1 stop
6:49 a.m. - 3:56 p.m.CTG-SJO
10h 07m1 stop
C$ 299Copa Airlines
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Sat, 1 Jun - Sat, 8 Jun
4:59 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.SJO-CTG
5h 01m1 stop
6:49 a.m. - 10:02 a.m.CTG-SJO
4h 13m1 stop
C$ 319Copa Airlines
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Mon, 23 Sep - Sat, 28 Sep
6:14 p.m. - 8:54 a.m.SJO-CTG
13h 40m1 stop
9:34 a.m. - 3:56 p.m.CTG-SJO
7h 22m1 stop
C$ 329Copa Airlines
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Sat, 22 Jun - Thu, 27 Jun
2:04 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.SJO-CTG
6h 16m1 stop
4:49 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.CTG-SJO
5h 41m1 stop
C$ 334Avianca
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Sat, 18 May - Thu, 23 May
2:04 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.SJO-CTG
6h 16m1 stop
6:39 p.m. - 12:20 a.m.CTG-SJO
6h 41m2 stops
C$ 371Avianca
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Sat, 18 May - Thu, 23 May
1:07 p.m. - 6:06 a.m.SJO-CTG
15h 59m2 stops
3:32 a.m. - 11:36 p.m.CTG-SJO
21h 04m2 stops
C$ 1,953Aeromexico
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Mon, 9 Sep - Sun, 22 Sep
1:12 a.m. - 5:58 a.m.SJO-CTG
51h 46m2 stops
3:42 a.m. - 4:32 a.m.CTG-SJO
49h 50m2 stops
C$ 1,954Aeromexico
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Thu, 27 Jun - Tue, 2 Jul
1:12 a.m. - 5:57 a.m.SJO-CTG
51h 45m2 stops
9:40 p.m. - 4:47 a.m.CTG-SJO
32h 07m2 stops
C$ 1,976Aeromexico
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Fri, 21 Jun - Thu, 27 Jun

Flights from San José to Cartagena - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San José to Cartagena to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José, San José Province to Cartagena?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San José, San José Province to Cartagena, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San José, San José Province to Cartagena is May, where tickets cost C$ 280 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 410 and C$ 393 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San José, San José Province to Cartagena, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 61 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San José to Cartagena?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on Arajet (C$ 158) and Copa Airlines (C$ 167). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on Avianca (C$ 269) and Copa Airlines (C$ 270).

Which airlines fly direct between San José, San José Province and Cartagena?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from San José, San José Province to Cartagena.
There is just one airline that flies from San José, San José Province to Cartagena direct and that is Avianca. The best one-way deal found from Avianca for the route is C$ 246.

How many flights are there between San José, San José Province and Cartagena per day?

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from San José, San José Province and lands in Cartagena, with an average flight time of 1h 40m. The most common departure time is 10:00 a.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 7 flights.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San José, San José Province and Cartagena?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from San José to Cartagena?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San José, San José Province at 10:40 am and will be landing in Cartagena at 1:20 pm.

What’s the latest departure time from San José to Cartagena?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena jets off at 4:50 pm and lands at 7:30 pm.

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June

High season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 158
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (10% more expensive on average)
Flight from San José to Cartagena

When to book flights from San José to Cartagena

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Cartagena based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San José to Cartagena

  • Should I expect layovers from San José to Cartagena?

    Depending on the specific flight schedule, Avianca may have layovers in Bogotá or San Salvador. Copa Airlines may have layovers in Panama City, a common hub for their flights. Other airlines like American Airlines and Delta Air Lines may also offer connecting flights with layovers in their respective hub cities, such as Miami or Atlanta.

  • What class tickets are available on Aeromexico?

    Aeromexico offers different classes of tickets to accommodate passengers' diverse needs and preferences. The basic fare, also known as Economy Class, offers a standard travel experience with comfortable seating and access to in-flight services. Moving up, there is the Main Cabin Fare, which offers additional flexibility and benefits, such as complimentary snacks and drinks and the ability to earn and redeem miles. Aeromexico's top-tier class is the Premier Class, designed for the utmost luxury and comfort, featuring fully-flat beds, fine dining options, priority check-in, and access to VIP lounges.

  • What airlines from San José to Cartagena have dietary considerations?

    Avianca and Copa Airlines offer options for passengers with dietary restrictions, including meals that cater to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and diabetic diets. It's advisable to inform the airline about your dietary restrictions during the booking process or at least 24-48 hours before your flight to ensure they can accommodate your needs appropriately.

  • What options are available for upgrades to first class on Copa Airlines?

    Copa Airlines offers complimentary upgrades available on their Boeing 737 MAX9 aircraft. Eligible passengers may be offered complimentary upgrades based on availability and their frequent flyer status. Another option is Mileage Upgrades, where you can use your Copa Airlines ConnectMiles to upgrade to first class. You can redeem your accumulated miles for an upgrade from Economy to Business or Business to First Class, subject to availability and fare rules.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena was C$ 115 for a one-way ticket and C$ 196 for a round-trip.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San José to Cartagena?

    On your way to Cartagena, you’ll fly out from San José Juan Santamaria Intl. You’ll be landing at Cartagena Rafael Nunez.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San José to Cartagena?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San José to Cartagena flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San José to Cartagena?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San José and Cartagena.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San José to Cartagena?

    There are direct flights from San José to Cartagena on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San José to Cartagena?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San José to Cartagena.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San José to Cartagena?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cartagena from San José is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San José to Cartagena?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cartagena with an airline and back to San José with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San José to Cartagena?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cartagena from San José up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from San José to Cartagena

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 123 or less one-way.
  • When departing from San Jose, the main airport is Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). It serves as a hub for several airlines, including Avianca, Copa Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. From this airport, travelers can fly to various international destinations such as Miami, Houston, Mexico City, San Salvador, and Panama City.
  • Viva Air offers affordable airfare options and operates nonstop flights between San José and Cartagena. They provide a no-frills experience, focusing on providing affordable travel options for budget-conscious travelers. With Viva Air, you can enjoy the convenience of nonstop flights without compromising your budget.
  • Flights to Cartagena will land at Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG). It is a hub for several airlines, including Avianca and Copa Airlines. The airport offers connections to various international destinations, including cities in the United States, Canada, Europe, and other parts of Latin America. Some popular international routes from Cartagena include Miami, Bogotá, Panama City, Madrid, and New York City. Its proximity to the main tourist areas and hotels makes it a convenient choice for both leisure and business travelers.
  • Avianca offers an Unaccompanied Minor (UM) service, which ensures the safety and well-being of children between 5 and 14 traveling alone. The service includes assistance from trained staff members who escort the child throughout the journey, providing guidance and support. Avianca's UM service includes dedicated check-in counters, priority boarding, in-flight supervision, and assistance with connecting flights.
  • For business travelers flying from San José (SJO) to Cartagena (CTG), Avianca Costa Rica provides Business Class seating, which includes spacious and comfortable seats with extra legroom. Business Class passengers enjoy priority check-in, access to VIP lounges, and expedited boarding.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from San José to Cartagena?

Find which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl to Rafael Nunez, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Monday

Avianca

Avianca

Tuesday

Avianca

Avianca

Wednesday

Avianca

Avianca

Thursday

Avianca

Avianca

Friday

Avianca

Avianca

Saturday

Avianca

Avianca

Sunday

Avianca

Avianca

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Nonstop returns

Cartagena Rafael Nunez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Monday

Avianca

Avianca

Tuesday

Avianca

Avianca

Wednesday

Avianca

Avianca

Thursday

Avianca

Avianca

Friday

Avianca

Avianca

Saturday

Avianca

Avianca

Sunday

Avianca

Avianca

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Top airline flying from San José to Cartagena

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San José to Cartagena. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San José to Cartagena? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
AviancaOverall score based on 3876 reviews
7.7Boarding
6.4Food
7.4Comfort
6.8Entertainment
8.0Crew
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The personal at the front desk in Manaos was awesome, I have never experience anything like that before, the person who attended me deserves to have a promotion I still remember him, very educated, kind but overall he could put himself on your position

10.0 ExcellentJorge, Apr. 2024MAO - BOG
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The personal at the front desk in Manaos was awesome, I have never experience anything like that before, the person who attended me deserves to have a promotion I still remember him, very educated, kind but overall he could put himself on your position

More than 3 hours of delay and not even a snack was given.

GOL made the flight experience a true delight. Everything was smooth, from the check in process, to the disembarking moment.

There was absolutely no food or drink service unless it was paid for. I am not used to this.

No complimentary food and beverage (water, soda, coffe) is offered for a six and a half hours long international flight, not even in premium economy, just to try to squeeze a few more dollars out of the passengers. First and last time flying with Avianca.

No complimentary food and beverage (water, soda, coffe) is offered for a six and a half hours long international flight, not even in premium economy, just to try to squeeze a few more dollars out of the passengers. Same happened in the connecting flight, which was three and a half hours long (Bogota x Miami). First and last time flying with Avianca.

No complimentary snacks food, beverage (not even water), pillow and blanket on a 6 hours long flight (including economy comfort). A low form of nickeling an diming. Lost a recurring passanger over a soda. Avianca never again.

Every food and beverage has to be paid and the seat was not confortable. They even gave water.

Flight departure late. Got late in Colombia making us take a different flight next day. Avianca airport crew messed up my ticket so when a I got in Brazil I didn’t have a ticket for my destination. Had to buy a new ticket out of my pocket.

Avianca: you pay for a high-end flight and you fly like a low (very low) cost!

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San José to Cartagena found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
3/10Thu
1 stopArajet
7h 35mSJO-CTG
C$ 158
31/8Sat
1 stopCopa Airlines
4h 42mSJO-CTG
C$ 167
22/5Wed
1 stopCopa Airlines
14h 38mSJO-CTG
C$ 188
28/6Fri
1 stopCopa Airlines
4h 25mSJO-CTG
C$ 480
27/6Thu
2 stopsAeromexico
41h 53mSJO-CTG
C$ 669

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Last minute flights from San José to Cartagena

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San José to Cartagena that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/5Sun
multi-stopCopa Airlines
3h 47mSJO-CTG
9/5Thu
multi-stopCopa Airlines
4h 13mCTG-SJO
C$ 270
6/5Mon
multi-stopCopa Airlines
3h 47mSJO-CTG
14/5Tue
multi-stopCopa Airlines
10h 32mCTG-SJO
C$ 329
5/5Sun
multi-stopCopa Airlines
13h 23mSJO-CTG
11/5Sat
multi-stopCopa Airlines
4h 13mCTG-SJO
C$ 348
7/5Tue
multi-stopCopa Airlines
20h 20mSJO-CTG
10/5Fri
multi-stopCopa Airlines
20h 42mCTG-SJO
C$ 414
6/5Mon
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
10h 32mSJO-CTG
10/5Fri
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
11h 42mCTG-SJO
C$ 488
6/5Mon
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
10h 32mSJO-CTG
10/5Fri
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
11h 42mCTG-SJO
C$ 529
7/5Tue
multi-stopAeromexico
15h 54mSJO-CTG
10/5Fri
multi-stopAeromexico
16h 18mCTG-SJO
C$ 2,178

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San José - Cartagena Flights

Departure:

San José (SJO)Costa Rica

Destination:

Cartagena (CTG)Colombia

Return flight deals:

Cartagena - San José

Cabin classes:

C$ 358

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