How to find cheap flights to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
The cheapest price currently available for a one-way flight to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is 417 €. A return plane ticket to BAQ right now is 713 €.
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Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to lock in the lowest price on tickets to Barranquilla, where Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is located, if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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Search for plane tickets to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport that have one stop or more. Taking the scenic route can help you save. After your results show up, select the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.
Best time to go to Barranquilla
May is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight to Barranquilla.
To find the cheapest month for flights to BAQ, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you're flexible with your dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest available fares.
Fly to Barranquilla in August if you want to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to BAQ, but also when fares can be more expensive.
April is the least busy time of year to visit if you prefer a more relaxed vibe. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Barranquilla then.
With averages of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF), April is when Barranquilla is at its warmest. Organise your visit around your weather preferences to get the most out of your trip.
January has the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Don't want to pack a raincoat? January is the driest month in Barranquilla, averaging one day of rain.
The wettest time of year is October. Plan your getaway then and you can expect to get around 21 days of rainfall.
Flying to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ): What you need to know
Fly to Barranquilla in a single journey. These are some of the leading airlines that offer direct flights to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport:
Consider booking your BAQ plane ticket with American Airlines. It's the top-performing carrier for punctuality, with up to 88% of flights to this hub landing on time.
BAQ is located in the UTC-5 timezone.
Crawl into bed not long after your flight to BAQ. Book a room at one of these hotels near Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport and you'll be snoozing in no time:
Hit the ground running when you collect a car hire in BAQ. Get behind the wheel with Localiza, Green Motion or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Barranquilla.
Flights departing from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport complete their journey as scheduled 71% of the time. This figure tells you how the airport generally performs in terms of punctuality.
Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is located in Barranquilla, Atlántico Department, Colombia.
Getting to central Barranquilla from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
The distance from BAQ to central Barranquilla is about 18 kilometres.
If you're catching a cab after your flight to BAQ, it'll take around 40 minutes to reach the centre.
Barranquilla has you covered when it comes to a place to stay. Here's a roundup of comfy hotels to put on your short list:
Barranquilla highlights
Put these popular sights high on your must-do list after stepping off your flight to Barranquilla:
Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro: Offering a memorable introduction to the city's highlights, this landmark is around 6 kilometres north-west of the centre.
C.C Blue Gardens - Barranquilla: Find a spot to sit and take five here while exploring Barranquilla. This park is roughly 6 kilometres north-west of the centre.
Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO: This will also be a trip highlight. A top landmark, it's around 8 kilometres north-west of the centre of Barranquilla.
How to get to Santa Marta from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
The nearby city of Santa Marta is about 105 kilometres from BAQ. The drive to the centre in a cab or ride-share takes around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Travelling from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to Ciénaga
Ciénaga is another city that you can easily reach from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport. It's about 56 kilometres away.
It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to drive to Ciénaga.
Explore more of Colombia
There's loads more to see and do in Colombia, starting with Cartagena. Walled City of Cartagena, Cartagena De Indias and La Fantastica Cartagena - Pirate Ship Tour, Sunset Tour & Rosario Island Tour are must-sees in this city, which is around 97 kilometres south-west of Barranquilla. Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) is the major airport in Cartagena.
Santa Marta is another popular destination in Colombia and is roughly 72 kilometres north-east of Barranquilla. Set your sights on top attractions like Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga. Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) is the main gateway to this city.
Or head for Soledad, roughly 3 kilometres north of Barranquilla. La Viola Park, Salamanca Park and Gran Plaza Del Sol Mall are among the many reasons to go.
