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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $291-$357
Avianca
Sat 12/1Wed 12/12
SAL - CTG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$359
Typical prices: $157-$186
Copa Airlines
Wed 11/7
SAL - CTG • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Salvador and Cartagena. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
6 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 10% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE)
Cheapest • Avg $323 (round-trip)
San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)
Shortest trip • 4h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Salvador to Cartagena (SAL-CTG)

 

Cheap flights from San Salvador to Cartagena with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 12
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10:05 pm - 8:40 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
9h 35m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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9:35 am - 3:50 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
7h 15m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
$319Avianca
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
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10:05 pm - 7:45 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
8h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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1:05 pm - 9:45 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
9h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$319Avianca
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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10:05 pm - 8:40 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
9h 35m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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2:25 pm - 9:45 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
8h 20m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$319Avianca
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
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2:50 pm - 11:05 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
7h 15m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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10:10 pm - 6:35 amCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
9h 25m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$319Avianca
Tue, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 7
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4:56 am - 11:00 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
17h 04m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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6:25 am - 12:40 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
7h 15m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$330Copa Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 17
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1:58 pm - 8:15 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
17h 17m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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3:05 pm - 8:37 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
6h 32m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$330Copa Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
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1:59 pm - 2:05 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
23h 06m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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6:25 am - 11:35 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
18h 10m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$330Copa Airlines
Sat, Jan 2 - Tue, Jan 12
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9:35 am - 9:51 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
11h 16m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
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7:20 am - 9:45 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
15h 25m2 stops Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$620Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 3 - Tue, Jan 12
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10:10 am - 2:21 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
15h 11m2 stops San José Juan Santamaria Intl Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
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7:20 am - 3:50 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
9h 30m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
$651Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 24
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2:50 pm - 9:10 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
29h 20m3 stops Bogotá El Dorado Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Cali Alfonso B. Aragon Intl
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9:45 pm - 3:50 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
19h 05m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
$670Multiple Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for San Salvador to Cartagena flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Salvador to Cartagena?

Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Cartagena typically range from $291 to $357. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319, on Avianca.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Salvador to Cartagena?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Salvador to Cartagena. It’s 2% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 1% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Cartagena?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Cartagena at $289 round-trip.
•December ($339) and August ($338) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 17% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Salvador to Cartagena the cheapest?

Flights from San Salvador to Cartagena are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 8% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Salvador to Cartagena flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$319
Beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 22% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from San Salvador to Cartagena

When to book flights from San Salvador to Cartagena

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Salvador to Cartagena based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Salvador to Cartagena flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Salvador to Cartagena?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Salvador to Cartagena.

  • How long is a flight from San Salvador to Cartagena?

    A nonstop flight from San Salvador to Cartagena takes 00m, covering 938 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Salvador 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Salvador to Cartagena flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Cartagena range from $291 to $357, with an average of $320 over the past 12 months. Anything below $291 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Salvador to Cartagena flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the $320 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from San Salvador 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 $319 to $2,939. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Salvador to Cartagena looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Salvador to Cartagena are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $451, which is 165% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Salvador to Cartagena?

    Flights from San Salvador to Cartagena usually depart from San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and arrive at Cartagena Rafael Nunez (CTG).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Salvador to Cartagena pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Salvador to Cartagena most commonly connect through:

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Salvador to Cartagena?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 4% on flights from San Salvador to Cartagena. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $314 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $324, a difference of $10.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Salvador to Cartagena?

    Flying via San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 6h 38m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) and 6h 43m via Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE).

  • What is the time difference between San Salvador and Cartagena?

    Cartagena is 1 hour ahead of San Salvador (Colombia Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cartagena?

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

Your guide to booking San Salvador to Cartagena flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $314, about $10 less than Sunday fares (3% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 8% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Salvador to Cartagena trip for May. Fares historically average $289 round-trip in that month - typically $50 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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
    • GHL Corales de Indias
    • Hotel Las Americas Casa de Playa

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