Flying from Sao Paulo to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): What you need to know
The timezone in Cartagena is UTC-5, which is two hours behind Sao Paulo. Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport is located in Cartagena.
To ensure you catch your flight from Sao Paulo to CTG, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Sao Paulo to CTG with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between GRU and CTG include:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to CGH in around 50 minutes. The terminal is roughly 10 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Sao Paulo to CTG flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport:
75% of all departures from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
From the centre of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Viracopos-Campinas International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Sao Paulo to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport flight:
Flights that depart from VCP touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 74% of the time.
About Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
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Getting from Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
From Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport, central Cartagena is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
₹ 17,847 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 38,008. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Sao Paulo to CTG, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Sao Paulo to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Cartagena. January is when most people book flights from Sao Paulo to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Sao Paulo to CTG plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cartagena to range from 24ºC to 32ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Cartagena
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Cartagena right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA are must-visits when exploring Cartagena.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cartagena. Around 97 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.
Santa Marta is another well-known destination in Colombia and is around 161 kilometres northeast of Cartagena. No journey is complete without experiencing Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.
