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Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cartagena flights:

• United Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cartagena usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Cartagena Rafael Nunez (CTG).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Azul: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cartagena:

• Economy Class
• Business Class

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $409 round-trip via San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), compared to $690 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cartagena most commonly connect through:

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 57% of one-stop connections
• Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 34% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 8% of one-stop connections
• San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cartagena route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $393 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $477, a difference of $84. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 6% above the route average of $445. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cartagena takes 0h 00m, covering 1,972 miles.

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.

One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cartagena are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $436, which is 115% above the typical average for this route.

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 14m, compared with 8h 19m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and 9h 30m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

Cartagena is 1 hour behind Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (Colombia Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cartagena range from $378 to $540, with an average of $445 over the past 12 months. Anything below $378 counts as a good deal.