Flying from Tampa to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): What you need to know
Cartagena's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Tampa. Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport is located in Cartagena.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Tampa to CTG.
If you're getting away during a peak month like March, get to the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Tampa International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tampa to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tampa International Airport, 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
PIE is around 32 kilometres from central Tampa. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to CTG flight:
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tampa to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CTG instead:
To get the best deal, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Tampa to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport flight.
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 reach the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Rs34,330 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport. Return flights start from Rs78,575. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Tampa to CTG, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Tampa to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG). January is when most people visit Cartagena. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in December.
The warmest month in Cartagena is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Tampa to CTG plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC.
More about Cartagena
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cartagena right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA are top sights which should feature on every Cartagena itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Cartagena has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Colombia you'll want to see. Around 97 kilometres northeast of Cartagena, a visit to Barranquilla will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.
Around 161 kilometres northeast of Cartagena, Santa Marta is another essential stop in Colombia. No visit is complete without checking out Natural Tayrona National Park, Ciudad Perdida and Playa Taganga.