Travelling from London to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): What you need to know
Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport is located in Cartagena. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is five hours behind London.
Your flight from London to CTG won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from London to CTG that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between LHR and CTG include:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). It's a popular transfer point for flights from London to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) leaving London Gatwick Airport.
LGW is about 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your London to CTG flight? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
London Gatwick Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82% of flights taking off from here make it to their final destination as planned.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
The trip to STN from central London is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to London Stansted Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
STN has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and get to your destination as expected.
About Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
If you have a late flight from London to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near CTG:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your London to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport flight.
Getting from Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
Central Cartagena is around 6 kilometres from Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
396 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport. A return flight starts at 778 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from London to CTG, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable London to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Cartagena. January is when most people book flights from London to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a London to CTG plane ticket departing in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cartagena to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from London 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
Start your Cartagena trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA are highlights which should be on any well-planned Cartagena itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cartagena. Around 97 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Colombia, consider Santa Marta, roughly 161 kilometres northeast of Cartagena. Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga are among its highlights.