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$131 Find Cheap Flights from Panama City to Cartagena

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Cheapest round-trip
$252
Typical prices: $263-$158
Copa Airlines
Mon 6/1Thu 6/4
PTY - CTG • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$131
Typical prices: $116-$163
Copa Airlines
Tue 6/9
PTY - CTG • Non-stop
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Cheapest • Avg $287 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Panama City to Cartagena (PTY-CTG)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Panama City to Cartagena that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Panama City to Cartagena

Mon, Jun 1 - Thu, Jun 4
Copa Airlines Logo
9:46 pm - 11:00 pm
PTY
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CTG
1h 14mnonstop
Copa Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 11:04 am
CTG
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PTY
1h 19mnonstop
$252Copa Airlines
Mon, Jun 1 - Thu, Jun 11
Avianca Logo
3:10 pm - 8:05 pm
PTY
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CTG
4h 55m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
5:25 pm - 12:35 am
CTG
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PTY
7h 10m
1 stop
$261Avianca
Sun, Jun 7 - Thu, Jun 11
Avianca Logo
5:55 pm - 11:10 pm
PTY
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CTG
5h 15m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
5:25 pm - 12:35 am
CTG
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PTY
7h 10m
1 stop
$272Avianca
Thu, Jun 4 - Sun, Jun 7
Avianca Logo
10:10 am - 4:40 pm
PTY
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CTG
6h 30m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
5:25 pm - 12:35 am
CTG
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PTY
7h 10m
1 stop
$273Avianca
Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 15
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10:10 am - 3:15 pm
PTY
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CTG
5h 05m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
6:55 pm - 12:35 am
CTG
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PTY
5h 40m
1 stop
$288Avianca
Mon, Jun 8 - Fri, Jun 12
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10:10 am - 7:15 pm
PTY
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CTG
9h 05m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
10:30 am - 12:35 am
CTG
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PTY
14h 05m
1 stop
$298Avianca
Wed, Jul 15 - Sat, Jul 25
Copa Airlines Logo
9:46 am - 11:00 am
PTY
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CTG
1h 14mnonstop
Copa Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 1:20 pm
CTG
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PTY
1h 20mnonstop
$312Copa Airlines
Sun, May 31 - Thu, Jun 4
Avianca Logo
5:55 pm - 10:15 pm
PTY
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CTG
4h 20m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
12:10 pm - 5:00 pm
CTG
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PTY
4h 50m
1 stop
$321Avianca
Wed, Jun 17 - Tue, Sep 29
Copa Airlines Logo
12:49 pm - 2:05 pm
PTY
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CTG
1h 16mnonstop
Copa Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 1:22 pm
CTG
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PTY
1h 22mnonstop
$325Copa Airlines
Wed, Jul 15 - Sat, Jul 25
Avianca Logo
5:55 pm - 10:15 pm
PTY
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CTG
4h 20m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
9:00 am - 2:15 pm
CTG
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PTY
5h 15m
1 stop
$327Avianca
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Panama City to Cartagena flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Panama City to Cartagena to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Panama City to Cartagena?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Panama City to Cartagena departing in June.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Panama City to Cartagena?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Panama City to Cartagena clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Cartagena on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Panama City to Cartagena. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to Cartagena?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Panama City to Cartagena, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Panama City to Cartagena is July, where tickets cost $200 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $304 and $304 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Panama City to Cartagena?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $354, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Panama City to Cartagena?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Panama City to Cartagena, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Panama City to Cartagena, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Panama City to Cartagena

 
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Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Ramsey Qubein

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight$131
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Panama City to Cartagena

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Panama City to Cartagena based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Panama City to Cartagena

  • How early should I get to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)?

    Tocumen International Airport is the busiest airport in the region, hence it has long security lines and insane traffic. It is advised you get to the airport 2-3h before your scheduled departure time to navigate through security as well as to avoid the risk of missing your flight.

  • Which cities are around Rafael Nunez Cartagena International Airport (CTG)?

    The Rafael Nunez Cartagena International Airport primary serves Cartagena City. However, this does not limit you from accessing the neighborhood cities like; Turbaco, Clemencia, Arjona, and Santa Rosa, Colombia.

  • How do I get to city from Rafael Nunez Cartagena International Airport to the City?

    If you are on a budget and you would like to safe some dollars, consider taking a bus as mode of public transport offering service from 6:50 am – 11:45 pm. However, if you are getting late for your meeting or you want to conveniently and comfortably get to the city, use a taxi at the ground floor transportation area as a mode of transfer though they are a bit expensive. Hotels shuttles are also available and can take you to your desired destination as well as car rentals at the Arrival at the Domestic Terminal.

  • Are there flights with layover options between Panama and Cartagena?

    There are two Airlines to fly with if you would like to use an airline with layover options. Avianca Airlines has it is one layover option at either Bogotá El Dorado Airport (BOG) or Medellín Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Copa Airlines is another airline with a layover at Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE). Alternatively, you can book a flight by Avianca Airlines with two layover options at Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) and a long layover at Cali Alfonso B. Aragon International Airport (CLO).

  • What is the cheapest flight from Panama City to Cartagena?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Panama City to Cartagena was $131 for a one-way ticket and $252 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Panama City and Cartagena?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Cartagena from Panama City.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Panama City to Cartagena?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Panama City to Cartagena flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Panama City to Cartagena?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Panama City and Cartagena.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Panama City to Cartagena?

    There are nonstop flights from Panama City to Cartagena on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Panama City to Cartagena, Copa Airlines or Wingo?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Panama City to Cartagena are Copa Airlines and Wingo. With an average price for the route of $303 and an overall rating of 7.5, Copa Airlines is the most popular choice. Wingo is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $180 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Panama City to Cartagena?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Panama City to Cartagena.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Panama City to Cartagena?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cartagena from Panama City is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Panama City to Cartagena?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cartagena with an airline and back to Panama City with another airline. Booking your flights between Panama City and CTG can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Panama City to Cartagena?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cartagena from Panama City up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Panama City to Cartagena

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $149 or less one-way and $284 or less round-trip.
  • If you need urgent medical emergency or get injured at Tocumen International Airport there is an onsite health facility. Visit the clinic in Sector 100 around the car rental shop. Also, there are designated medical personnel around the airport. If needed the medical staff can transfer, you to other hospital.
  • There are shower facilities at Tocumen International Airport (PTY) if you would like to take a quick shower before your flight. Take a shower at either Copa Club located along Gates 21 and 21A near the Airside or at Lounge Panama near gate 155.
  • There are accessible lounges at Tocumen International Airport regardless of what class of service you are flying. Copa Club in Terminal 1 and 2, Tocumen Royal Saloon at the Landslide, and The Lounge Panama by Global Lounge Network are some of the recommended options. You can enter this lounges by either paying on the door or through a lounge membership program.
  • If you get arrive late at Rafael Nunez Cartagena Airport (CTG), and sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare. There are near hotels offering free shuttle service where you can lay your weary head before your business day. The Varanasi Boutique Hotel, Hotel Las Americas, and Radisson Cartagena Ocean Pavillion Hotel are some of the recommended hotels.
  • If you have any question or concern at Rafael Nunez Cartagena Airport (CTG), there are information desks. Walk to 24-hour desk at the Main Hall in front of the check-in counters.

Prefer to fly direct from Panama City to Cartagena?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Panama City Tocumen Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez.
Find which airlines fly direct from Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Panama City Tocumen Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Monday

Copa Airlines

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Tuesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Wednesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Thursday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Friday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Saturday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Sunday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

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Direct returns

Cartagena Rafael Nunez to Panama City Tocumen Intl

Monday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Tuesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Wednesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Thursday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Friday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Saturday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Sunday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Panama City to Cartagena

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Panama City to Cartagena. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Panama City to Cartagena? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Copa AirlinesOverall score based on 1584 reviews
8.1Crew
6.8Food
7.4Comfort
7.8Boarding
6.8Entertainment
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Boarding was a mess, they call all priority members without distinction so gold, platinum, silver were all mixed together in a long line which defeats the purpose

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2026
DAV - PTY
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Boarding was a mess, they call all priority members without distinction so gold, platinum, silver were all mixed together in a long line which defeats the purpose

Avoid at all costs. My wife had to stay back on a connecting flight as her parents flight was delayed. 10 days later on the way back they cancelled all our flights. We had to rebook all four of us on the next days flight.

Do not book it’s a scam! They stole $1200 from me

Flight got delayed; had to go through security three times.

Copa staff at PTY and one particular crew member were unhelpful & rude.

A lot things happened in this trip.The fly should be less stress.

Horrible. No TV or any type of entertainment on board. Passwnger listening to/watching stuff on their own phone with no headphones making it noise and uncomfortable for everyone else, little/tiny food portions, old seats, useless wifi (cant access anything). Horrible exlerience especially it was a lomg distance flight with kids.

There should be a warning regarding the quality of the aircraft on the website as we reserve the tickets. There was no TV or any type of screen onboard. The wifi they offer is good for nothing. Traveling 9 hours straight with kids and no type of entetainment was horrible. I wish I had been informed prior so I could buy a ticket with another airline. The food was a joke too. A very tiny portion per passenger. They also charged $100 per checked bag. With United I used to pay $60. So, fair to say that I wont be flying Copa anymore. Their aircraft was super old, outdated, no entertainment, with nearly no onboard food.

The flight was good overall. Everything went smoothly, although the landing was a bit rough. Still, it was a pleasant experience

Some of the Air hostesses are not that friendly. Need improvement

Delay at the airport was not clearly communicated. No announcements were made and since we are foreigners it was very hard to know what was happening at the Wingo gate.

That they were on tike but, They charge again for baggage while we already paid when we buy our tickets

Perfect for a very low cost flight. In time, safety perfect, and of course no service, just what you effectivement !

Delayed three hours and they knew it but didn’t say anything upon checking in

Cumple con su función, transportar, no incluye comida a menos que se pague un valor adicional y así mismo con los asientos y demás, brindan precios económicos pero tratan de compensarlo cobrando por todo lo demás, si desean un viaje económico y que no dure más de 3 horas el vuelo, recomendando

i was seated apart from my girlfriend even though I bought the tickets at the same time and the flight was half full. what are some of these airlines thinking when they assign seats?

Wingo changed departure time 3 times and kept us moving from one gate to a different one. A 1 one flight took me more than 8 hours. Don't fly wit Wingo, the worst experience ever

Nothing the vendor services and overall process was not an experience I would ever want to revisit again .

The airline did not allow enough time for the Columbia checkpoint

This was my first time flying with you guys and my very last! This was the most horrible experience!!! There was not even tv in the plane! How cheap can this airline be!!! I paid so much for my suitcase!!! I would never fly with this airline again! The crew are very rude!

Overall, the flight went well and the service was good. However, there was a very frightening moment during landing in Bogotá. Just as the plane was about to touch down, it suddenly went back up into the air. The aircraft was not descending straight and seemed to move left and right, which made the situation feel unstable. This was quite scary. After going back up, the plane circled for about 15 minutes before attempting to land again. Although I understand that safety always comes first and situations like this can happen, it was still a shocking experience for passengers.

Seating was tight. Seats don't recline. Initial flight was cancelled. Lost two days of vacation.

Horrible experience with Avianca, they delayed their flight and when we arrived to NYC, AVIANCA took 1 hr y 30 mins to park the airplane and all passenger get off the plane, it made me lost all my trains to get back home and I came back to my place at 3 am instead of 12 am. On the top of that their plane seat are so uncomfortable and is not enough space and killed my legs and knees, Avianca used to be good when it was a Colombian company, now after Brasilian company bought them, their service quality is bad and their flights are delayed and oversold.

It was delayed and I lost my connection flight to Cali and I missed my Mom's funeral and avianca lost my check in luggage

It was delayed and I lost my connection flight to Cali and I missed my Mom's funeral

I actually upgraded to the medium level of seats from basic and even doing that it may have been physically the most uncomfortable flight I have ever had. They packed everyone like is a train to death camp. It was a red eye so I hoped to get some sleep but it was physically impossible to find a comfortable way to rest. I met other folks on the same flight and they said the same thing. It was an utterly miserable flight and if I have any other options I will never fly with them again

only a bag of chips and a bottle of water in business class was served

Avianca has transitioned from full service legacy airline to "low cost" but has now became a strange hybrid (minimum leg space, started offering business class in domestic flights again, charges passenger for printing boarding pass, etc.). National and international coverage and destinations are really wide but service is not at its best

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