Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know
Cartagena is six hours behind Zurich and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ZRH to CTG flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight is Rs105,002. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs258,477. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from ZRH to CTG, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights that take off from Zurich Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to ZRH? If you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
If you're landing on a late Zurich Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CTG:
Follow your own route with a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and chase adventure across Cartagena and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Rafael Nunez International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
Rafael Nunez International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Cartagena. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Cartagena based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Zurich Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport for February if you want to visit Cartagena during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to CTG in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Cartagena, now it's time to discover more of Colombia. Travel around 467 kilometres south to Medellin to check off its top attractions. From Parque Arvi to Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena, Barranquilla is another essential stop in Colombia. No visit is complete without checking out La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.