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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cartagena to Panama City flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Cartagena to Panama City? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Cartagena to Panama City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 5,786
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 15 mins
Most popular airlineCopa
Average flights per week52

Finding cheap flights from Cartagena to Panama City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Panama City: Panama City Paitilla, Balboa and Panama City Tocumen International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Cartagena to Panama City is ج.م.‏ 8,979. 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.
1 hour and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Cartagena to Panama City.
Copa, Turkish Airlines and KLM fly direct from Cartagena to Panama City.
As of May 2025, there are 52 flights per week flying from Cartagena to Panama City.
The cheapest month to fly from Cartagena to Panama City is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Cartagena Airport, the cheapest airport near Panama City is Balboa – which is 4.9 km away from the centre of Panama City. We've found flights into this airport from ج.م.‏ 8,979.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cartagena Airport to Panama City on Sunday, 1 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 15 minutes.
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 Panama City 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 Panama City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Panama City, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is October, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Wingo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Panama City.

Flying from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Panama City: what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 16 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City.

  • Panama City and Cartagena (where Rafael Nunez International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.

  • With 84 weekly flights between the two airports, Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most popular route. Copa operates the earliest flight at 06:39. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from CTG to PTY is with Copa at 15:44.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up 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 CTG to Panama City.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • You can book a direct flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City. Begin your journey at CTG and land at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).

  • Book your seat with Copa. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City.

  • We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from CTG to Panama City that includes a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

    • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

  • You don't need a visa for Panama if you have a passport from Colombia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before locking in your flight tickets from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.

  • CTG is about 11 kilometres from central Cartagena. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near CTG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City is ج.م.‏ 5,786. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م.‏ 8,979. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To snag cheap tickets from CTG to Panama City, book your trip 11 months ahead of your departure.

  • July is the cheapest month for tickets from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from CTG to Panama City is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Airports in Panama City

Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)

Best time to go to Panama City

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City. June is the most popular month to travel to Panama City. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City for March to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 32ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from CTG to Panama City in February when temperatures average between 22ºC and 31ºC.

More about Panama City

  • After locking in your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Panama City:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Panama City itinerary.

Complete your Panama City trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know about car rentals in Panama City, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.

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