Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Cartagena?

Flights from Des Moines to Cartagena usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Cartagena Rafael Nunez (CTG).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Cartagena?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Cartagena.

Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Cartagena pass through?

Connecting flights from Des Moines to Cartagena most commonly pass through: • Miami (MIA) - 75% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 25% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Cartagena?

On the Des Moines to Cartagena route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 37%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $849 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,333: a $484 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Cartagena?

Some of the most popular sights in Cartagena are Walled City, Torre del Reloj and Centro de Convenciones Cartagena de Indias. These are among the most viewed places in Cartagena on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Des Moines to Cartagena?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Cartagena takes 0h 00m, covering 2,413 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Cartagena?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Des Moines to Cartagena changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $560 to $1,260. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Cartagena?

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 43m, compared with 7h 54m via Miami (MIA).

What car rental options are available at Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport (CTG)?

Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport (CTG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • GREEN MOTION • Localiza • National • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Cartagena flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Cartagena range from $814 to $1,103, with an average of $917 over the past 12 months. Anything below $814 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Cartagena?

American Airlines ($560) and LATAM Airlines ($571) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Cartagena according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Cartagena?

Miami (MIA) is the most popular layover for the Des Moines to Cartagena route. 75% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via MIA.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Cartagena?

Flights via Miami (MIA) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $949. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Cartagena which airport offers the shortest layover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Cartagena layovers at 267 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Shortest trip • 7h 43m (one-way)

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Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 6

7:42 pm - 12:35 pmDSM Des Moines-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

16h 53m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

2:35 pm - 12:26 amCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-DSM Des Moines

10h 51m2 stops Miami Chicago O'Hare Intl

$560American Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5

5:35 am - 1:15 pmDSM Des Moines-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

7h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3:30 pm - 10:33 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-DSM Des Moines

8h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$571LATAM Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5

7:42 pm - 12:35 pmDSM Des Moines-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

16h 53m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

4:37 pm - 10:48 amCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-DSM Des Moines

19h 11m2 stops Miami Charlotte Douglas

$612American Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5

8:00 am - 11:00 pmDSM Des Moines-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

15h 00m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl Panama City Tocumen Intl

6:25 am - 10:30 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-DSM Des Moines

17h 05m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$724United Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5

8:00 am - 11:00 pmDSM Des Moines-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

15h 00m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl Panama City Tocumen Intl

6:25 am - 7:16 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-DSM Des Moines

13h 51m3 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$813United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12

8:00 am - 11:00 pmDSM Des Moines-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

14h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Panama City Tocumen Intl

6:25 am - 10:30 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-DSM Des Moines

17h 05m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,012United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12

5:30 am - 10:55 pmDSM Des Moines-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

16h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Bogotá El Dorado

9:50 pm - 10:35 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-DSM Des Moines

25h 45m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,039LATAM Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12

8:00 am - 11:00 pmDSM Des Moines-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

14h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Panama City Tocumen Intl

6:25 am - 10:30 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-DSM Des Moines

17h 05m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,060United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12

5:30 am - 2:19 pmDSM Des Moines-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

7h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8:20 pm - 10:35 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-DSM Des Moines

27h 15m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,107LATAM Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12

5:30 am - 2:19 pmDSM Des Moines-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez

7h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:50 pm - 10:35 pmCTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez-DSM Des Moines

25h 45m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,137LATAM Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Cartagena?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Cartagena start at $560. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $814 to $1,103. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $560 on American Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Cartagena?
Flights from Des Moines to Cartagena usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Cartagena Rafael Nunez (CTG).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Cartagena?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Cartagena.
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Cartagena pass through?
Connecting flights from Des Moines to Cartagena most commonly pass through:

• Miami (MIA) - 75% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 25% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Cartagena?
On the Des Moines to Cartagena route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 37%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $849 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,333: a $484 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Cartagena?
Some of the most popular sights in Cartagena are Walled City, Torre del Reloj and Centro de Convenciones Cartagena de Indias. These are among the most viewed places in Cartagena on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Cartagena?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Cartagena takes 0h 00m, covering 2,413 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Cartagena?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Des Moines to Cartagena changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $560 to $1,260. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Cartagena?
Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 43m, compared with 7h 54m via Miami (MIA).
What car rental options are available at Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport (CTG)?
Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport (CTG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Alamo
• GREEN MOTION
• Localiza
• National
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Cartagena flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Cartagena range from $814 to $1,103, with an average of $917 over the past 12 months. Anything below $814 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $849 - about $484 less than Saturday (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport.
- Ibis Cartagena Marbella
- Las Americas Casa De Playa
- GHL Corales de Indias

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