Cartagena to Mexico City (CTG–MEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CTG–MEX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Aeromexico leads the route. The flight covers 1,689 miles in approximately 4h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM Aeromexico Also: WS | 7 | 7M8 | 4h25 | – | SkyTeam | WS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CTG: -05 · MEX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Cartagena, it's 5:00 PM in Mexico City.
Colombian passport holders enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days. An electronic pre-registration form must be completed online before travel. A Forma Migratoria Multiple (FMM) tourist card is issued on arrival. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned stay. Overstaying the permitted period results in fines payable before departure.
Use only authorized airport taxis (purchase vouchers at official booths inside arrivals; do not take street taxis outside). Rates are zone-based: Centro/Zócalo MXN$180–250, Polanco MXN$250–320, Santa Fe MXN$350–450. Uber is not permitted for airport pickup at T1 (walk to street level at T2 to use Uber).Metrobús Line 4 to Buenavista (Metro hub) takes 30–40 min (MXN$12); a solid budget option. Metro Line 5 serves Terminal Aérea (T1). ADO buses depart from T1 to Puebla, Querétaro, and other cities. A second airport (AIFA, NLU) exists northeast of the city; confirm which airport your flight uses.
High-altitude subtropical climate at 2,240m. Temperatures are mild year-round (7–22°C) with little seasonal variation, no extreme heat or cold. The rainy season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms, typically between 3–7pm, which frequently cause delays and can be intense. Hail is possible.
Dry season (November–April) offers the most reliable flying conditions. The airport's elevation means aircraft have reduced performance on hot days. Dense morning smog is common in winter inversions and occasionally reduces visibility. Earthquake risk (significant for Mexico City) has no direct flight impact but is worth knowing.
CTG–MEX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CTG to MEX
Rafael Nuñez International Airport (CTG) and Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) are connected by nonstop service from Aeromexico. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CTG to MEX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CTG to MEX ranges from 4 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,689 miles (2,717 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via PTY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.