Flying from Montevideo Airport (MVD) to Cartagena Airport (CTG): what you need to know
Cartagena's timezone is UTC-5, making Cartagena two hours behind Montevideo.
Your MVD to CTG flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Montevideo Airport to Cartagena Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MVD and CTG include:
Bogota Airport
Lima Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Montevideo Airport (MVD) to Cartagena Airport (CTG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Montevideo Airport to Cartagena Airport flight is $343. A return plane ticket is currently $645. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MVD to CTG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Montevideo Airport to Cartagena Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MVD to CTG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Montevideo Airport to Cartagena Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Montevideo Airport (MVD)
Montevideo Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from MVD land at their destination as scheduled 86% of the time.
To reach Montevideo Airport from central Montevideo, it takes around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near MVD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Montevideo Airport to Cartagena Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cartagena Airport (CTG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Montevideo Airport to Cartagena Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CTG instead:
Grab a Cartagena Airport rental car and discover Cartagena and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Keddy By Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Cartagena Airport about four weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Cartagena Airport (CTG)
The quietest month for a flight from Montevideo Airport to Cartagena Airport is March, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Cartagena based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Cartagena is February, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Montevideo Airport to Cartagena Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MVD to CTG sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Cartagena, now it's time to explore other corners of Colombia. Journey about 467 kilometres south to Medellin to check off its leading sights. From EcoParque Comuna 13 to Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Barranquilla is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena. No trip is complete without dropping by Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.