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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Istanbul to Cartagena? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Cartagena.C$1,575 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 9, returning Wed, Sep 10.Round-trip flight with Pegasus Airlines and jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, Sep 9, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departing from Cartagena on Wed, Sep 10, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,575, select.
Cartagena.C$1,719 per passenger.Departing Sun, Feb 1, returning Sun, Feb 15.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from Istanbul on Sun, Feb 1, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from Cartagena on Sun, Feb 15, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,719, select.
Cartagena.C$1,721 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 30, returning Tue, Sep 9.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air UK and jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departing from Istanbul on Sat, Aug 30, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departing from Cartagena on Tue, Sep 9, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,721, select.
Cartagena.C$1,737 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 3, returning Tue, Mar 17.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from Istanbul on Tue, Mar 3, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from Cartagena on Tue, Mar 17, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,737, select.
Cartagena.C$1,762 per passenger.Departing Sat, Nov 8, returning Wed, Nov 12.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from Istanbul on Sat, Nov 8, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from Cartagena on Wed, Nov 12, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,762, select.
Cartagena.C$1,874 per passenger.Departing Fri, Aug 15, returning Thu, Aug 21.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air UK and jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departing from Istanbul on Fri, Aug 15, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departing from Cartagena on Thu, Aug 21, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,874, select.
Cartagena.C$2,024 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 12, returning Mon, Jan 19.Round-trip flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Istanbul on Mon, Jan 12, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Cartagena on Mon, Jan 19, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$2,024, select.
Cartagena.C$2,039 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 28, returning Sat, Dec 6.Round-trip flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Istanbul on Fri, Nov 28, arriving in Cartagena.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Cartagena on Sat, Dec 6, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$2,039, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Cartagena flights are currently cheapest in September.
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from C$1,762
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from C$2,175
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from C$2,024
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from C$1,737
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from C$2,061

Istanbul to Cartagena: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Cartagena below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cartagena.

Istanbul to Cartagena: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$1,575
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Cartagena: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Cartagena is C$1,575. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Istanbul to Cartagena. But we found flights with one stop from C$1,575.
There are no flights flying from Istanbul to Cartagena, as of July 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Cartagena is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Cartagena Airport on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Istanbul and Cartagena Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cartagena but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cartagena is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Cartagena is Pegasus Airlines.

Flying from Istanbul to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): What you need to know

  • There are two main airports you can take off from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG).

  • Rafael Nunez International Airport is located in Cartagena. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is eight hours behind Istanbul.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to CTG.

  • During high season, expect extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to CTG leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Rafael Nunez International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Istanbul to CTG flight? Kick back in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.93%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on time.

About Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Rafael Nunez International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near CTG instead:

  • Pick up a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car and discover Cartagena and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Keddy By Europcar are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Rafael Nunez International Airport is C$587. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,575. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to CTG. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Istanbul to Rafael Nunez International Airport ticket.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Istanbul to CTG.

  • Save money on your flight from Istanbul to Rafael Nunez International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG), while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Cartagena based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your Istanbul to CTG flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cartagena, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Rafael Nunez International Airport in January when temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

More about Cartagena

  • Start your Cartagena trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Rafael Nunez International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are loads of awesome things to do in Cartagena when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Walled City of Cartagena followed by La Fantastica Cartagena - Pirate Ship Tour, Sunset Tour & Rosario Island Tour and Centro Historico.

Explore more of Colombia

  • Barranquilla is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cartagena. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Miramar Park and Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO.

  • Around 161 kilometres north-east of Cartagena, Santa Marta is another essential stop in Colombia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.

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