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Cheapest round-trip
$320
Typical prices: $294-$353
Avianca
Tue 10/30Tue 10/30
SAL - CTG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$162
Typical prices: $159-$184
Copa Airlines
Mon 9/24
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
10 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 7% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 7% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE)
Cheapest • Avg $314 (round-trip)
San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)
Shortest trip • 4h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Salvador to Cartagena (SAL-CTG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Salvador to Cartagena

Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Oct 30
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9:35 am - 5:50 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
7h 15m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
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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
$320Avianca
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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7:30 am - 2:05 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
5h 35m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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3:05 pm - 8:32 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
6h 27m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$323Copa Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
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2:50 pm - 9:30 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
5h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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8:30 am - 3:50 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
8h 20m1 stop Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
$327Avianca
Thu, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 24
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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
$327Avianca
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17
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8:05 am - 3:15 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
6h 10m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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5:35 am - 11:05 amCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
6h 30m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$327Avianca
Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
Copa Airlines Logo
4:54 am - 11:00 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
5h 06m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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7:00 pm - 12:39 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
18h 39m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$331Copa Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
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4:54 am - 11:00 amSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
5h 06m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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3:05 pm - 8:31 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
6h 26m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$332Copa Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
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8:30 am - 9:20 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
11h 50m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
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3:05 pm - 8:32 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
6h 27m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$473Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
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7:30 am - 4:32 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
8h 02m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Bogotá El Dorado
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6:25 am - 8:34 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
15h 09m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$511Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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7:30 am - 8:12 pmSAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-CTG Cartagena Rafael Nunez
11h 42m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Bogotá El Dorado
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9:35 am - 12:40 pmCTG  Cartagena Rafael Nunez-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
4h 05m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$512Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Salvador to Cartagena flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Salvador to Cartagena with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Cartagena start at $320. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $294 to $353. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $320 on Avianca.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Salvador to Cartagena, it is 1% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 0% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Cartagena at $292 round-trip.
  • August ($337) and December ($325) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 15% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Salvador to Cartagena the cheapest?

Flights from San Salvador to Cartagena are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 7% 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

$162
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Salvador to Cartagena:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • 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) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the San Salvador to Cartagena route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 2%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $313 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $318: a $5 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 expensive are last-minute San Salvador to Cartagena flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 4% above the route average of $315. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Salvador to Cartagena takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $320 to $2,923. 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 $236, which is 38% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 43m, compared with 6h 38m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) and 6h 38m 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 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 San Salvador to Cartagena flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Salvador to Cartagena range from $294 to $353, with an average of $315 over the past 12 months. Anything below $294 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $313 - about $5 less than Friday (2% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 7% 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 $292 round-trip in that month - typically $45 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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
    - Las Americas Casa De Playa

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