Getting to Cartagena is easier than you think: a city ready to welcome you all year round.

We are the gateway to South America – Cartagena de Indias is a destination you’ll fall in love with from the first moment you arrive, and the best part is that getting here has never been easier. Thanks to its strategic location in the Colombian Caribbean and the growing national and international airline offer, today more travelers can discover this historic jewel without unnecessary stopovers.

Whether you’re coming from North America, Europe, Central America or any other city in Colombia, you’ll find direct airline routes that connect you to the magic of the Caribbean in a matter of hours. And if your visit coincides with winter in your country, even better: here, summer lasts forever.

Routes and airlines arriving to Cartagena

Cartagena has direct connections to cities such as Miami, New York, Mexico City, Lima, Amsterdam, Zurich, Toronto and more. Some of the airlines that fly direct to Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) are:

  • Avianca (Star Alliance): Offers flights to destinations such as Miami, New York, San José (Costa Rica), São Paulo, Santiago de Chile, Guayaquil, and Panama City.
  • LATAM Airlines: Connects Cartagena with Lima and other cities in the region.
  • Copa Airlines: Operates flights through its “Hub of the Americas” in Panama City, connecting to numerous destinations in North, Central and South America, including Miami, Orlando, Mexico City, San Jose, Santiago de Chile, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, among others.
  • Spirit Airlines: Flights to Fort Lauderdale and Orlando (seasonal).
  • American Airlines (Oneworld): Flights to Miami.
  • JetBlue Airways: Flights to New York (JFK).
  • Aeromexico: Flights to Mexico City.
  • Air Canada / Air Transat: Flights to Toronto and Montreal (generally seasonal).
  • KLM (SkyTeam): Direct flights to Amsterdam.
  • Plus Ultra Airlines: Flights to Madrid.
  • Neos: Seasonal flights to Milan (MXP).
  • Edelweiss Air: Seasonal flights to Zurich.
  • Arajet: Flights to Punta Cana and Santo Domingo.

In addition to multiple routes from major Colombian cities such as Bogota, Medellin and Cali.

From the airport to the heart of Cartagena

Rafael Núñez Airport is located just 15 minutes from the historic center. If you prefer, Mustique Hotels can coordinate your private transfer from the airport directly to your hotel. This way you will be able to start your stay smoothly and with the level of service you expect.

When to come to Cartagena? Any time of the year

One of the great advantages of Cartagena is its year-round warm weather. That is why it is an ideal destination if you are looking for:

  • Escape the winter and enjoy the sun
  • Family vacations in any season
  • An unforgettable honeymoon
  • Celebrate a destination wedding with colonial charm
  • Get together with friends for a bachelorette party or couples’ getaway

From the lively historic center, to the beaches of Baru or the Rosario Islands, Cartagena always offers something special.

At Mustique, your only concern will be to enjoy yourself. We take care of the rest.

Our hotels in Cartagena in Cartagena – all houses with history, charm and personalized service – are much more than a place to sleep: they are the perfect starting point to experience the city with authenticity and elegance.

And if you want to relax in front of the sea, our hotel in Baru surrounded by nature and tranquility.

Our concierge team will be happy to put together a tailor-made itinerary, arrange transfers and accompany you every step of the way.