Flying from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know
The timezone in Cartagena is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Managua.
Give yourself enough time to make your MGA to CTG flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MGA and CTG include:
Tocumen International Airport
Miami International Airport
Juan Santamaria International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
229 € is currently the best price for a one-way Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Return flights start from 510 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MGA to CTG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport.
Handy information about Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
Augusto C Sandino International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 86.1% of flights that depart MGA arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Augusto C Sandino International Airport from central Managua, it takes about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MGA? If you're catching an early flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Book a hotel near CTG if you're on a late Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and experience more of Cartagena and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Rafael Nunez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
Rafael Nunez International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Cartagena. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The quietest month for a flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Cartagena based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport for February if you want to go to Cartagena during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MGA to CTG in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cartagena. Around 467 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.
Around 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena, Barranquilla is another essential stop in Colombia. Experience major highlights starting with La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.