Flying from Washington DC to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): What you need to know
Cartagena (where Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport is located) and Washington DC share the UTC-5 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to CTG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Going away during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like spring break and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Washington DC to CTG. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport. Check out these connections between Washington Dulles International Airport and CTG:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
IAD is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to CTG flight:
77% of all departures from Washington Dulles International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
You can lock in a plane ticket from Washington DC to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) with one or more stops out of Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). These are some of the most common stopovers between BWI and CTG:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to get to the airport by car and 50 minutes or so on public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive without delays. At BWI, that figure is 77%.
About Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC 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 resting not long after at one of these hotels near CTG:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport flight.
Getting from Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
From Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport, central Cartagena is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport is 124 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 283 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to CTG. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Washington DC to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Cartagena. January is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Cartagena is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to CTG plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during 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. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA are essential stops on your Cartagena itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cartagena. Around 97 kilometres away to the northeast, well-known attractions include Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.
Santa Marta is another sought-after destination in Colombia and is around 161 kilometres northeast of Cartagena. No trip is complete without a visit to Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.