Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know
The timezone in Cartagena is UTC-5, which is seven hours behind Athens.
To ensure you get on your ATH to CTG flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. John F. Kennedy International Airport is a popular stopover on the ATH to CTG route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Right now, ر.ق. 1,380 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 3,094. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ATH to CTG if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ATH to CTG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near ATH:
Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Reserve a hotel near CTG if you're taking a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Cartagena's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Rafael Nunez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
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)
August is the most popular month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Cartagena in April.
The warmest month in Cartagena is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to CTG in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of Colombia
Cartagena has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Colombia you should also see. Around 467 kilometres south of Cartagena, a visit to Medellin will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.
Around 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena, Barranquilla is another essential stop in Colombia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.
