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$178 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Cartagena

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Cartagena (SFO-CTG)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Cartagena

Sun, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 9
United Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 8:42 amSFO-CTG
19h 47m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:42 am - 9:10 pmCTG-SFO
13h 28m1 stop
$450United Airlines
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Mon, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 26
Avianca Logo
12:05 am - 5:39 pmSFO-CTG
15h 34m2 stops
Avianca Logo
5:28 am - 10:45 pmCTG-SFO
19h 17m2 stops
$453Avianca
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Fri, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 1
LATAM Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 1:14 pmSFO-CTG
19h 44m2 stops
LATAM Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 10:45 amCTG-SFO
22h 15m2 stops
$466LATAM Airlines
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Thu, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 2
Copa Airlines Logo
1:30 am - 2:15 pmSFO-CTG
10h 45m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 11:39 pmCTG-SFO
13h 39m1 stop
$470Copa Airlines
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Mon, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 26
Copa Airlines Logo
1:30 am - 8:42 amSFO-CTG
29h 12m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
11:59 am - 11:25 pmCTG-SFO
13h 26m1 stop
$476Copa Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Fri, Sep 26
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7:10 am - 11:41 pmSFO-CTG
14h 31m2 stops
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9:38 am - 8:13 pmCTG-SFO
36h 35m2 stops
Tue, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 5
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12:43 am - 11:41 pmSFO-CTG
20h 58m2 stops
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9:42 am - 9:10 pmCTG-SFO
13h 28m1 stop
Fri, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 2
American Airlines Logo
11:58 pm - 12:25 pmSFO-CTG
10h 27m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 10:54 pmCTG-SFO
11h 29m1 stop
$506American Airlines
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Fri, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 2
American Airlines Logo
11:58 pm - 12:25 pmSFO-CTG
10h 27m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 10:07 amCTG-SFO
22h 42m2 stops
$510American Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 8
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 1:14 pmSFO-CTG
22h 39m2 stops
LATAM Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 12:00 pmCTG-SFO
23h 30m2 stops
$562LATAM Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Cartagena flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Cartagena?

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

For San Francisco to Cartagena, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Thursday is the most expensive. Flying from Cartagena back to San Francisco, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Thursday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Cartagena?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Cartagena is September, where tickets cost $469 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $885 and $772 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Cartagena, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$178
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 21% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Cartagena

When to book flights from San Francisco to Cartagena

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Cartagena

  • Which airport should I fly into for a flight from San Francisco to Cartagena?

    We recommend booking flights from San Francisco that land at Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport. It is the most suitable arrival airport for passengers who want easy access to downtown and close proximity to popular attractions like Getsemani. Passengers visiting the northeastern parts of Cartagena can also fly into BAQ, a few miles away.

  • What are the best layover options for flights from San Francisco to Cartagena?

    The layover duration for flights from SFO to CTG can range from four to eight hours, depending on your airline. With several layover options available, we recommend booking connecting flights with a layover at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York and Miami International Airport (MIA) in Miami. These big airports boast several amenities, including sleeping lounges and pods and airport art for passing the time.

  • What are the transport options from Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport to downtown Cartagena?

    Rental cars are one of the most suitable options for getting around Cartagena and are available from CTG. Rental booths for Europcar and Avis are at the Domestic Arrivals Hall. Metrocar buses are a popular and affordable public transport option to downtown from CTG airport. These Route B line buses operate every 10 minutes from the airport. Taxi stations are an alternative, with taxi stations available at each terminal. Rideshare services like Uber are also available from the airport.

  • Which airlines fly sustainably from San Francisco to Cartagena?

    The average carbon footprint per passenger on flights from San Francisco to Cartagena is 3,200 lbs. Several airlines fly more sustainably from SFO to CTG if you wish to have a sustainable flight. These include Copa Airlines, United Airlines, Avianca Airlines, and American Airlines. The most sustainable of the four is Avianca Airlines, which sees a 46% reduction in carbon footprint on its flights.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Cartagena?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Cartagena was $178 for a one-way ticket and $450 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Cartagena?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in San Francisco and on arrival in Cartagena.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Cartagena?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Cartagena?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Cartagena, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Cartagena from San Francisco?

    Panama City is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Cartagena.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Cartagena, Copa Airlines or LATAM Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Cartagena are Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines. With an average price for the route of $600 and an overall rating of 7.5, Copa Airlines is the most popular choice. LATAM Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,077 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Cartagena.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cartagena from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Cartagena

  • There are two route options for flights from San Francisco to Cartagena. These flights depart from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and fly either to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) or Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ). Flights to CTG are the most frequent and with the shortest flight duration.
  • Avianca Airlines operates most of the daily flights from San Francisco to Cartagena. There are at least four daily Avianca flights for the route. These are only connecting flights from San Francisco to Cartagena.
  • Children between the ages of eight and 15 can travel aboard American Airlines flights to Cartagena as unaccompanied minors. American Airlines provides an escort to unaccompanied minors at every step during travel, transiting through airports and on board.
  • Consider upgrading your ticket to business class for a flight from San Francisco to Cartagena if flying with American Airlines. The airline provides affordable rates for business class and comfortable seats in which to relax during your flights. Alternatively, Avianca Airline’s economy seats are relaxing, with access to in-flight entertainment and meals and drinks.
  • American Airlines provides suitable carry-on policies for flights to San Francisco to Cartagena. You can have one personal item and one carry-on bag for free on board.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Cartagena

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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
LATAM AirlinesOverall score based on 1844 reviews
7.4Comfort
7.0Entertainment
7.6Boarding
6.7Food
8.0Crew
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I’m entitled to a refund per LATAM due to the mid flight itinerary change and being stuck in São Paulo for 24 hours and needing to get a hotel. The airline was dismissive and of no help.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Aug 2025GIG - GRU
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I’m entitled to a refund per LATAM due to the mid flight itinerary change and being stuck in São Paulo for 24 hours and needing to get a hotel. The airline was dismissive and of no help.

The flight was late. Please do not delay next time.

I couldn't travel, now I can't get a refund and to change the date I have to pay an absurd fine.

My biggest complaint is the comfort. I am not tall and there was no legroom. It was very uncomfortable. During my transfer in Sao Paola, the flight was slightly delayed so boarding was confusing because there were no instructions in English.

I never got this flight. You sent me to Chile!!! And from Chile I got the other flight to São Paulo... I've arrived 7h latter than I was supposed to arrive because of Delta delays.

Because the flight was late, we lost the connection to Brazil. You, Delta delayed, and you Delta anticipated the door closing in 15 min from Miami to GRU. Why? It caused a lot of stress! I almost could not see my mother in law alive because of your delay.

My entertainment did not work. I was very tired from the botched connection, and the poor sleep

Lost ,y connection due to a mechanical delay, huge line to get new connection and vouchers

Boarding was done by woman who insisted on strict standing in line policy; food was ok; entertainment minimal

The boarding and new bag drop-off process was confusing and causing massive delays.

We had a great flight just wished they had a tv so we can see a movie that would of made my trip excellent.

horrible service, food was an embarrassment, no charging for cellphones, stay away

the food served was an embarrassment. No connection for charging the cellphone... What a crappy airline.

Great experience with a crew always thinking in the passenger

I selected first class expecting excetional service. It was mediocre at best. The food service was cold, meal choices was poor and on one leg they did provide dessert. I did enjoy the lay day seat but the movies were old and nothing current. Boarding the plane is always hot. So boarding is quite warm until your in the air. I took a small personal air fan. Update the meals and movies.

Very happy with my flight. I would definitely recommend it.

Did upgrade, travel in business it was great (more room I could sleep)

Seats not reclining, no vegetarian food option, no snacks. 7.5 hr flight should have been more comfortable. Luggage limits are unusually small. Will never fly Copa again and will tell friends and family to avoid this airline.

We had a five hour layover in the way home from Colombia. I read the "bout your flight" email carefully before we checked bags. We had to go through security right at the gate. Almost lost our ground coffee because that airport only allows 16 ounce of coffee and we had 18. I've been to 48 countries and never heard of a coffee restriction. I can't follow a rule I don't know about. I requested they bring our coffee to our checked luggage. Instead tey gate checked our bag for free. Back to planning transfers in Dallas I guess

Tell people to remain in their seats during the meal/beverage distribution. Enforce boarding by group numbers. No one was checking. Tell people to turn their electronics speakers off. Bigger cups for drinks.

The pilots were late and it made us 1 hour late. The meat was tough and bok choy was also tough.

Stuck on tarmac for two hours plus a 5.5 hour flight. Rude flight attendant. And no meals, not even for purchase!

I learned that seating towards the end of plane that a line forms for the restroom and people use your chair as a hand railing, bumping your seat consistently. I was seated in the aisle. I think that next time if I am towards the back row I would want to sit in the middle or window seat.

The best airline I have ever travel , really good customer service, attention and service !!

Everything was great. Only thing that could’ve made it better was buy on board options for hot food, but the snacks were decent. The flight attendants were great. I had no complaints. I was able to make it to my destination safely

Horrific. They missed my connecting flight to San Diego. I didn’t get there until Monday at 9am when I had a mandatory court settlement conference scheduled at 6am since we had parties on the east coast. This caused many issues. All because United apparently forgot to hold the doors open until my flight landed that only had a 10 minute delay. This was the last flight to Southern California. So I couldn’t even rent a car to finish the trip. United cannot be trusted when traveling on specific days and times since weather didn’t have anything to do with the delays.

Very comfortable (upgraded to business class). The audio on my screen didn’t work, but I managed to play the audio through my phone while watching the screen.

Flight was late as pilot crew had to land at different airport in their previous flight. Passengers boarded and had to wait for pilots inside plane. Series of incomplete and unnecessary announcements by an annoying voice, rather than complete, informative announcements.

Breakfast was not loaded at SFO due to catering company change. Seems like a major airline at a major hub would have thought of something else or warned passengers to pick up food before boarding a 3 hour flight.

Boarding seemed to be organized bedlam. For what ever reason, preboarding took longer than 20 minutes. Made the plane 20 minutes late taking off. Luckily we arrived on time. Flight crew seemed very friendly. Only slight turbulence.

4 hours late, including over +1 hour waiting in plane to take off. Baggage left behind too.

While waiting to claim my checked luggage, I discovered the airline had lost it. After a long wait and inquiries, I discovered it was on another flight. Fortunately, the airline finally sent my luggage home.

Was not able to watch most shows on the entertainment site. They would not load

Our flight was 1.5 hours delayed. There was no weather for the inbound flight, so I don't understand why. This meant a VERY late arrival and only a quick nap before my morning flight.

Delayed flight, so I switched fights to SFO to Phoenix , Phoenix to DSM. Excellent service through American Airlines

AA re-routed flight from HNL to LAX due to delay. My group of 3 with reserved seats in row 9 was broken up, with one assigned to a middle seat, another in the last row of the plane. Not happy. No explanation to the delay. No apologies. No compensation. Would have been nice to be offered an Admiral Club admission or a voucher for the extra 3 hours of layover in LAX. Could not hear the boarding gate announcements in LAX. Adjacent gate was boarding at the same time. Loud speakers were competing against each other. Barely made my boarding group.

Almost a 6 hour flight and the only food option is a cheese plate… and chips. Also how is it there are no options for texting on American. I’ll be going back to delta and united.

Bad food, small seats that didn’t recline. I thought I was buying a quantas ticket so I feel like I got scammed

The chair cushions may need an upgrade. I have been noticing they are so worn out, thin so you’d sit in a dip 😄. Other than that, all was an enjoyable trip. Thanks AA!

Cramped seats. FAA should make airlines have more legroom, for even short people complain

Very uncomfortable planes , poor service on the plane , take your own water so you don’t dehydrate , in a 6 hs flight they sold one time food and beverage . 1 plane was delayed 6 hs , I lost a connecting flight . Then in the way back they announce a delay of 2 hs so I had to take a different flight to arrive on time for my connecting flight . Avoid this airline .

Boarding was excessively slow. They do it by groups in a way that it doesn’t make sense. After business class , ppl that need assistance and any other priority group they should have ppl board from the back to the front. First rows 20+. Then 15+. Then 10, etc. having ppl sitting in the back board last makes no sense. The libe backame long as soon as ppl on rows 10 or so where told to board. The line went all the way up the ramp and tunnel for 25 mins.

Seats are very tight even in Plus, no complimentary snacks or beverage

The chicken that was served in business class was cold!

Flight to Bogotá delayed by 3 h Missed connection from Bogotá to Guayaquil. Avianca unable to bring us to Baltra on time Overall delay 36h. We missed boat departure from galagos. Overall 10 day trip needed to be cancelled. Avianca was completely un-professional.

Late departure. When the flight arrived in Medellin the plane sat at the gate for 20 minutes waiting for a bus for us to get off the plane.

I receive a service for what I pay, so it is fair.

i think the flight was late because they were so strict about measuring everyone's personal items to try and charge them $119. It was really petty and made us late.

Purchased a business class ticket and got a economy seat with center seat blocked they call it business. 3100usd ticket on a flight where economy costs 500usd The biggest scam insult have had on a regular airline. Avianca should be in the low cost category and kicked out of Star Alliance. I want the difference to be credited. Ets see what Avianca does. No reply so far. Avianca = low cost airline. Beware

Excellent flight and one of the smoothest landing I’ve ever experienced

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