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Cheap flights from San José to Cartagena from C$ 150

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CTG
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from San José to Cartagena

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Cartagena (CTG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 308

One-way from

C$ 150

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 318
Copa Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • 10/10-15/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 25m total
  • San José to Cartagena
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Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 7/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 50m total
  • San José to Cartagena
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (C$ 36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San José to Cartagena
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Cartagena. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Thu 16/106:10 p.m.SJO - CTG
1 stop13h 32mCopa Airlines
Sun 19/106:20 a.m.CTG - SJO
1 stop4h 38mCopa Airlines
Deal found 17/9C$ 308
Wed 5/114:08 a.m.SJO - CTG
1 stop3h 33mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/116:24 a.m.CTG - SJO
1 stop3h 41mCopa Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 322
Fri 12/125:53 p.m.SJO - CTG
1 stop13h 48mCopa Airlines
Thu 18/129:22 a.m.CTG - SJO
1 stop8h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 329
Fri 17/105:55 p.m.SJO - CTG
1 stop13h 47mCopa Airlines
Sun 19/106:20 a.m.CTG - SJO
1 stop3h 44mCopa Airlines
Deal found 17/9C$ 340
Mon 29/1210:30 a.m.SJO - CTG
Nonstop1h 50mAvianca
Thu 1/12:15 p.m.CTG - SJO
Nonstop1h 55mAvianca
Deal found 16/9C$ 347
Tue 16/124:08 a.m.SJO - CTG
1 stop8h 57mCopa Airlines
Sun 21/126:25 a.m.CTG - SJO
1 stop3h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 17/9C$ 351
Fri 5/126:15 a.m.SJO - CTG
1 stop6h 50mCopa Airlines
Sun 7/126:25 a.m.CTG - SJO
1 stop3h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 17/9C$ 354
Thu 20/115:50 p.m.SJO - CTG
1 stop13h 51mCopa Airlines
Tue 25/116:24 a.m.CTG - SJO
1 stop3h 41mCopa Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 360
Wed 5/114:08 a.m.SJO - CTG
1 stop3h 33mCopa Airlines
Sun 9/119:22 a.m.CTG - SJO
1 stop10h 45mCopa Airlines
Deal found 17/9C$ 369
Thu 13/115:50 p.m.SJO - CTG
1 stop13h 51mCopa Airlines
Sun 16/116:24 a.m.CTG - SJO
1 stop3h 41mCopa Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 371
Thu 13/114:08 a.m.SJO - CTG
1 stop8h 57mCopa Airlines
Wed 19/116:24 a.m.CTG - SJO
1 stop3h 41mCopa Airlines
Deal found 17/9C$ 374

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Cartagena

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/10

5:55 p.m.-8:42 a.m.

1 stop13h 47m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Wed 15/10

6:20 a.m.-9:58 a.m.

1 stop4h 38m

C$ 308

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/11

5:50 p.m.-8:06 a.m.

1 stop13h 16m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 18/11

6:24 a.m.-9:05 a.m.

1 stop3h 41m

C$ 308

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 23/11

4:08 a.m.-8:41 a.m.

1 stop3h 33m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 28/11

6:24 a.m.-9:05 a.m.

1 stop3h 41m

C$ 308

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/10

6:10 p.m.-8:22 a.m.

1 stop13h 12m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 10/10

7:00 p.m.-7:30 a.m.

1 stop13h 30m

C$ 308

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/11

4:08 a.m.-8:41 a.m.

1 stop3h 33m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sat 29/11

6:24 a.m.-9:05 a.m.

1 stop3h 41m

C$ 308

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/10

8:11 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

1 stop13h 49m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 26/10

9:43 a.m.-1:53 p.m.

1 stop5h 10m

C$ 308

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/12

5:53 p.m.-8:41 a.m.

1 stop13h 48m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Fri 12/12

6:25 a.m.-9:05 a.m.

1 stop3h 40m

C$ 308

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/11

4:08 a.m.-8:41 a.m.

1 stop3h 33m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Tue 11/11

6:24 a.m.-9:05 a.m.

1 stop3h 41m

C$ 322

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 17/10

5:55 p.m.-8:42 a.m.

1 stop13h 47m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Sun 19/10

6:20 a.m.-9:58 a.m.

1 stop4h 38m

C$ 340

San JoséCartagena

SJO - CTG

SJOCTG

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/12

10:30 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 160

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Cartagena

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Cartagena

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Cartagena. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena (average of C$ 397). Flying from San José, San José Province to Cartagena in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 826). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to CTG?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Cartagena. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province to Cartagena, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 4% versus a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cartagena

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cartagena. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cartagena. Reviews last updated 17 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Avianca from San José to Cartagena to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
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Comfort

6.3

Crew

7.2

Boarding

7.0

Food

5.1

Entertainment

5.4

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

MCO - BOG

The flights were on time and the staff was polite. No food on board that I can remember on the first let of my flight, no inflight entertainment either unless you use your device.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.3

Crew

7.2

Boarding

7.0

Food

5.1

Entertainment

5.4

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

MCO - BOG

The flights were on time and the staff was polite. No food on board that I can remember on the first let of my flight, no inflight entertainment either unless you use your device.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Cartagena flight route?

    Flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena?

    There are many flights that can get you from San José, San José Province to Cartagena in 13h 47m. Fly via Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 953 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San José, San José Province to Cartagena round-trip?

    Avianca, at C$ 270, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José, San José Province to Cartagena.. Avianca is priced at 18% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Cartagena that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Cartagena flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Cartagena?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Cartagena.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Cartagena?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Cartagena by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cartagena (average of C$ 397). Flying from San José, San José Province to Cartagena in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 826). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AviancaCheapestC$ 270AverageC$ 314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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