SJO - CTG

$130 Find Cheap Flights from San José to Cartagena

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San José to Cartagena, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$205
Typical prices: $229-$288
Avianca
Mon 3/9Thu 3/12
SJO - CTG • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$245
Typical prices: $224-$256
Avianca
Sat 2/7Wed 2/11
SJO - CTG • Non-stop
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SJO's self-check-in kiosks streamline boarding pass pickup.
Use official taxi kiosks at CTG for flat-rate fares.
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Avianca
Cheapest • from $248 (round-trip)
Copa Airlines
Best reviews • 7.6 score
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5 weeks
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October
Cheapest • 7% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San José to Cartagena (SJO-CTG)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San José 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Cartagena

Mon, Mar 9 - Thu, Mar 12
Avianca Logo
10:20 am - 1:10 pm
SJO
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CTG
1h 50mnonstop
Avianca Logo
3:10 pm - 9:40 pm
CTG
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SJO
7h 30m
2 stops
$205Avianca
Fri, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 9
Avianca Logo
9:45 am - 3:40 pm
SJO
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CTG
4h 55m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
2:00 pm - 2:55 pm
CTG
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SJO
1h 55mnonstop
$208Avianca
Tue, Apr 7 - Thu, Apr 9
Avianca Logo
2:40 pm - 5:25 pm
SJO
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CTG
1h 45mnonstop
Avianca Logo
11:33 am - 3:50 pm
CTG
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SJO
5h 17m
1 stop
$215Avianca
Thu, May 21 - Sun, May 24
Avianca Logo
2:40 pm - 5:25 pm
SJO
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CTG
1h 45mnonstop
Avianca Logo
5:28 am - 11:45 am
CTG
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SJO
7h 17m
2 stops
$217Avianca
Wed, Feb 25 - Sun, Mar 1
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1:45 am - 7:45 am
SJO
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CTG
5h 00m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
2:00 pm - 2:55 pm
CTG
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SJO
1h 55mnonstop
$218Avianca
Thu, May 28 - Sun, May 31
Avianca Logo
2:40 pm - 5:25 pm
SJO
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CTG
1h 45mnonstop
Avianca Logo
7:01 pm - 11:30 pm
CTG
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SJO
5h 29m
1 stop
$224Avianca
Sun, Feb 8 - Wed, Feb 11
Avianca Logo
10:20 am - 1:10 pm
SJO
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CTG
1h 50mnonstop
Avianca Logo
3:10 pm - 9:40 pm
CTG
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SJO
7h 30m
2 stops
$225Avianca
Sun, May 24 - Wed, Jun 3
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7:08 am - 3:47 pm
SJO
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CTG
7h 39m
1 stop
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5:26 pm - 6:23 am
CTG
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SJO
13h 57m
1 stop
$226Wingo
Sun, Apr 26 - Sat, May 2
Wingo Logo
7:08 am - 3:47 pm
SJO
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CTG
7h 39m
1 stop
Wingo Logo
4:27 pm - 6:23 am
CTG
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SJO
14h 56m
1 stop
$228Wingo
Wed, Apr 8 - Sat, Apr 11
Avianca Logo
6:20 pm - 9:05 pm
SJO
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CTG
1h 45mnonstop
Avianca Logo
6:40 pm - 11:30 pm
CTG
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SJO
5h 50m
1 stop
$229Avianca
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San José to Cartagena flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San José 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 San José 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 San José to Cartagena departing in March.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from San José 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 Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from San José to Cartagena. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San José 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 José to Cartagena is October, where tickets cost $226 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $287 and $275 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San José 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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $255 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San José 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 José 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 José to Cartagena, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 8% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San José to Cartagena

 
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SJO

SJO offers 75 self-check-in kiosks, making it easy to get your boarding pass. Arrive early as security line lengths can vary.

CTG

At CTG, use the official taxi kiosks in arrivals for a flat rate to your destination, avoiding overcharges.

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Good to know

Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$129
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from San José to Cartagena

When to book flights from San José to Cartagena

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

  • Should I expect layovers from San José to Cartagena?

    Depending on the specific flight schedule, Avianca may have layovers in Bogotá or San Salvador. Copa Airlines may have layovers in Panama City, a common hub for their flights. Other airlines like American Airlines and Delta Air Lines may also offer connecting flights with layovers in their respective hub cities, such as Miami or Atlanta.

  • What class tickets are available on Aeromexico?

    Aeromexico offers different classes of tickets to accommodate passengers' diverse needs and preferences. The basic fare, also known as Economy Class, offers a standard travel experience with comfortable seating and access to in-flight services. Moving up, there is the Main Cabin Fare, which offers additional flexibility and benefits, such as complimentary snacks and drinks and the ability to earn and redeem miles. Aeromexico's top-tier class is the Premier Class, designed for the utmost luxury and comfort, featuring fully-flat beds, fine dining options, priority check-in, and access to VIP lounges.

  • What airlines from San José to Cartagena have dietary considerations?

    Avianca and Copa Airlines offer options for passengers with dietary restrictions, including meals that cater to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and diabetic diets. It's advisable to inform the airline about your dietary restrictions during the booking process or at least 24-48 hours before your flight to ensure they can accommodate your needs appropriately.

  • What options are available for upgrades to first class on Copa Airlines?

    Copa Airlines offers complimentary upgrades available on their Boeing 737 MAX9 aircraft. Eligible passengers may be offered complimentary upgrades based on availability and their frequent flyer status. Another option is Mileage Upgrades, where you can use your Copa Airlines ConnectMiles to upgrade to first class. You can redeem your accumulated miles for an upgrade from Economy to Business or Business to First Class, subject to availability and fare rules.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San José to Cartagena was $129 for a one-way ticket and $205 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Cartagena from San José.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San José to Cartagena?

    When flying out of San José you will be using San José Juan Santamaria Intl. You will be landing at Cartagena, also known as Cartagena Rafael Nunez.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San José to Cartagena?

    GOL, Iberia, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San José to Cartagena flight route.

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

    The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San José to Cartagena flight route.

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

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San José and Cartagena.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San José to Cartagena?

    There are nonstop flights from San José to Cartagena on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San José to Cartagena are Copa Airlines and Avianca. With an average price for the route of $250 and an overall rating of 7.6, Copa Airlines is the most popular choice. Avianca is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $246 and an overall rating of 6.6.

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

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

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $139 or less one-way and $242 or less round-trip.
  • When departing from San Jose, the main airport is Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). It serves as a hub for several airlines, including Avianca, Copa Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. From this airport, travelers can fly to various international destinations such as Miami, Houston, Mexico City, San Salvador, and Panama City.
  • Viva Air offers affordable airfare options and operates nonstop flights between San José and Cartagena. They provide a no-frills experience, focusing on providing affordable travel options for budget-conscious travelers. With Viva Air, you can enjoy the convenience of nonstop flights without compromising your budget.
  • Flights to Cartagena will land at Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG). It is a hub for several airlines, including Avianca and Copa Airlines. The airport offers connections to various international destinations, including cities in the United States, Canada, Europe, and other parts of Latin America. Some popular international routes from Cartagena include Miami, Bogotá, Panama City, Madrid, and New York City. Its proximity to the main tourist areas and hotels makes it a convenient choice for both leisure and business travelers.
  • Avianca offers an Unaccompanied Minor (UM) service, which ensures the safety and well-being of children between 5 and 14 traveling alone. The service includes assistance from trained staff members who escort the child throughout the journey, providing guidance and support. Avianca's UM service includes dedicated check-in counters, priority boarding, in-flight supervision, and assistance with connecting flights.
  • For business travelers flying from San José (SJO) to Cartagena (CTG), Avianca Costa Rica provides Business Class seating, which includes spacious and comfortable seats with extra legroom. Business Class passengers enjoy priority check-in, access to VIP lounges, and expedited boarding.

Prefer to fly direct from San José to Cartagena?

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

Direct departures

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Monday

Avianca

Avianca

Tuesday

Avianca

Avianca

Wednesday

Avianca

Avianca

Thursday

Avianca

Avianca

Friday

Avianca

Avianca

Saturday

Avianca

Avianca

Sunday

Avianca

Avianca

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Direct returns

Cartagena Rafael Nunez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Monday

Avianca

Avianca

Tuesday

Avianca

Avianca

Wednesday

Avianca

Avianca

Thursday

Avianca

Avianca

Friday

Avianca

Avianca

Saturday

Avianca

Avianca

Sunday

Avianca

Avianca

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from San José to Cartagena

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San José 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 José 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.
7.6
Copa AirlinesOverall score based on 1560 reviews
7.8Boarding
8.1Crew
6.8Food
7.4Comfort
6.8Entertainment
Airline reviews

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

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Dec 2025
PTY - CUR
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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

Simply as follows:- First, there was no vegetarian option for the meal Second, only 2 washrooms for the entire economy class.

They were super friendly bumped me up to exit row free of charge, All flight legs were on time

Boarding was quick & efficient; they gave boarding groups due priority; staff & air crew were very cordial and helpful, pleasant flight.

As always, Copa Airlines is great to fly on. The flights are always on time, the staff are pleasant and helpful and it's always a wonderful flying experience.

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

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

The flighr attandants were very rude they ignored me didnt offer me anything to drink throughoit the 4 hour flight i feel i was targeted and ignored because i was a darkskin latino man.

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

We found the chairs to be really uncomfortable. It’s also really unacceptable that no form of food or drink is included in a 6+ hour flight

Not good, tried to purchase a first class upgrade and they couldn’t get it done. Was super uncomfortable the whole time.

Deplaning was a mess, I sat in business (seats are horrible) and the front door had a problem so we had to deplane from the rear exit. The stairs were not tall enough to reach so there was a large step down from the plane to the top of the stairs.

Pros: we leave and arrive on time Cons: the most uncomfortable seats ever. You cant recline at all your seats. No entertainment No TVs flight attendants didn't provide even a glass of water. You have to go to back of the airplane and ask for one. I am Colombian and I remember seeing the flight attendants very neat, elegants which is or was a staple of Avianca.it was one with tennis shoes, no male up, the hair was messy... that was really odd.

The flight attendant smashed her beverage cart into my knee, causing significant amount of pain. The seats were extremely uncomfortable. No food or drink is offered unless you want to pay the ridiculous prices for it. The schedule of flying in the overnight hours is also very uncomfortable.

Last seat of Bussines Class it does recline but passenger seating behind kept pushing since they did not have space once my seat was reclined

No free snacks nor drinks on very short 30min flight. Entertainment system is over wifi to your own phone or tablet, which is good but often a show or movie just stops and refuses to continue

I like the crew they're very friendly. I don't like. on five hour flight they not offered snacks. Any drink. Not even coffee

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