Cheap flights from Delhi to Cartagena — book online with FlightGPT
Quick answer: Delhi to Cartagena non-stop flights take about ≈ 24h – 30h+ (2-stop, including layovers), operated by Iberia, Avianca, Air France-KLM, LATAM, Lufthansa (all 2-stop), with around No non-stop — typically 2-stop itineraries via a European hub (Madrid, Paris, Amsterdam) then Bogotá direct departures a day. Indian passport holders should check the visa requirement summarised below. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest DEL–CTG fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
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Delhi to Cartagena flights — quick facts
- Distance: ≈ 14,700 km (great-circle)
- Non-stop flight time: ≈ 24h – 30h+ (2-stop, including layovers)
- Direct flights per day: No non-stop — typically 2-stop itineraries via a European hub (Madrid, Paris, Amsterdam) then Bogotá
- Airlines flying Delhi Cartagena: Iberia, Avianca, Air France-KLM, LATAM, Lufthansa (all 2-stop)
- Visa for Indians: Check rules — visa needed unless holding a valid US/Schengen visa — see /visas
Airlines flying Delhi to Cartagena
There is no non-stop, and because Cartagena is a regional Colombian airport, most itineraries route via a European hub and then Bogotá. A common, comfortable path is Delhi to Madrid (Iberia or Air India + partner), then the long Madrid–Bogotá sector on Iberia or Avianca, and finally a short hop to Cartagena on Avianca, LATAM or Wingo. Air France via Paris, KLM via Amsterdam (KLM serves Cartagena seasonally), and Lufthansa via Frankfurt are alternatives. North-American routings via the US are possible but require a US transit visa for Indians. Booking the whole journey on one alliance ticket keeps your bags checked through and protects connections.
Cheapest time to fly & book
Demand to Colombia's Caribbean peaks over December–January (dry season and holidays) and around Easter (Semana Santa) — the priciest times. Cheaper stretches are the green-season months of May, September and October. As of May 2026, indicative round-trip economy fares range very roughly ₹1,10,000–1,80,000 depending on routing and season, with the lowest fares on longer two-stop itineraries booked well ahead. Because every option connects twice, weigh total journey time and layover length against price — the cheapest fare can mean an overnight at a hub. Book 2–4 months out for peak dates. Indicative only — check live in the FlightGPT chat.
Flight duration & routing
The quickest realistic journeys run from about 24 hours door-to-door and frequently stretch beyond, since you usually clear two connections. Great-circle distance is roughly 14,700 km, but real routings via Europe fly considerably farther. The two long legs are typically Delhi–Europe (~9–10h) and Europe–Bogotá (~10–11h), then a ~1h 20m hop to Cartagena. Cartagena is 10h 30m behind India, so an evening departure from Delhi, after two stops, often lands in Cartagena the following afternoon or evening, local time. Build in generous layovers, especially if you must re-clear security or change between unaffiliated airlines.
Baggage & fares
On long-haul fares to Latin America, allowances are usually generous and often piece-based — Iberia, Avianca and LATAM economy typically allow 1–2 checked bags of 23 kg on intercontinental fares, with premium cabins higher. The catch is consistency across a two-stop trip: if your booking mixes airlines that are not partners, the most restrictive rule can apply and bags may need re-checking at a hub. Wherever possible, book the whole DEL–CTG journey on a single ticket so baggage transfers automatically and a missed connection is protected. Request a vegetarian, Hindu-vegetarian or Jain meal at booking, and confirm the exact piece count before you pay.
Airports & terminals
Delhi (DEL) — long-haul international flights depart Terminal 3, Indira Gandhi International's big modern terminal. Cartagena (CTG) — Rafael Núñez International Airport sits in the Crespo neighbourhood, only about 3–5 km from the historic walled city, so transfers are short and cheap by taxi. It is a compact airport handling mainly Colombian domestic and regional Caribbean/Latin flights, with Bogotá by far its busiest connection. Your real connection effort is at the European hub and at Bogotá's El Dorado (BOG), a large airport where you change between the intercontinental and domestic legs — leave time to clear formalities there.
Visa & entry for Indians
Colombia's entry rules for Indians depend on what other visas you hold. Indian passport holders generally need a Colombian visa, but there is a key exemption: those who hold a valid US or Schengen visa (commonly required to have at least ~180 days' validity) may enter visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. If you do not hold such a visa, apply for a Colombian visa in advance. Either way, carry a passport valid 6+ months, proof of onward travel and accommodation. Note your European-hub stopover may itself need a Schengen transit/visa, and a US routing needs a US visa. Confirm the latest before booking — full guidance is in the Visas guide.
Best time to visit
Cartagena is hot and humid year-round, but the most comfortable, driest months are December to April, ideal for wandering the walled city, Getsemaní and day-trips to the Rosario Islands — this is also peak season, so it is busiest and dearest. The green season (roughly May to November) brings short afternoon downpours but fewer crowds and lower prices, with October the wettest. Sea breezes ease the heat along the coast. Whenever you go, pack light, breathable clothing and sun protection. For what to see and where to stay, see the Cartagena destination guide.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Delhi to Cartagena flight?
There is no non-stop. Most itineraries need two stops - typically a European hub then Bogotá - so the journey runs from about 24 hours door-to-door and often more. The long legs are Delhi-Europe (~9-10h) and Europe-Bogotá (~10-11h), then a ~1h 20m hop to Cartagena.
Which airlines fly Delhi to Cartagena?
No single airline flies it non-stop. Common 2-stop routings are via Madrid on Iberia then Avianca, via Paris on Air France, via Amsterdam on KLM, or via Frankfurt on Lufthansa, with the final Bogotá-Cartagena leg on Avianca, LATAM or Wingo. US routings need a US visa.
How much is a Delhi to Cartagena ticket?
As of May 2026, indicative round-trip economy fares range very roughly ₹1,10,000-1,80,000 by routing and season, with the lowest fares on longer two-stop itineraries booked well ahead. Book 2-4 months out for peak dates. Indicative only - check live fares in the FlightGPT chat.
Do Indians need a visa for Colombia?
Usually yes - but Indians holding a valid US or Schengen visa (typically with about 180 days' validity) can enter Colombia visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. Otherwise, apply for a Colombian visa in advance. Your European stopover may also need a Schengen transit visa. See /visas.
Is there a non-stop Delhi to Cartagena flight?
No. Cartagena is a regional Colombian airport, so every Delhi-Cartagena itinerary involves connections - usually two, via a European hub and then Bogotá. The fastest routings still take around 24 hours or more door-to-door.
Cheapest month to fly Delhi to Cartagena?
The green-season months of May, September and October are usually cheapest, though October is the wettest. Avoid December-January and Easter (Semana Santa), Cartagena's busy dry-season peaks. Book peak dates 2-4 months ahead.
Find the cheapest Delhi to Cartagena flight
The cheapest Delhi to Cartagena airfare on any given day depends on three things — your travel date, your airline preference and how far ahead you book. Use the FlightGPT search box above to compare Delhi to Cartagena ticket prices across Iberia, Avianca, Air France-KLM, LATAM, Lufthansa (all 2-stop) — typically the lowest fare today differs from the lowest fare 30 days from now by 25-40 percent. We surface every option so the lowest Delhi-Cartagena price wins.
Last-minute Delhi to Cartagena flights
Need a last-minute Delhi to Cartagena flight for tomorrow, this weekend or in the next seven days? Our live DEL-CTG search pulls real-time fares — last-minute deals do appear on this route, especially on red-eye departures and shoulder days. Tap Search on FlightGPT with your date and we will return the cheapest last-minute Delhi Cartagena options instantly.
Delhi to Cartagena non-stop and direct flights
Most travellers prefer the Delhi to Cartagena non-stop option. The direct Delhi-Cartagena flight time is ≈ 24h – 30h+ (2-stop, including layovers). If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Delhi Cartagena ticket but are open to a layover.
Delhi to Cartagena airfare — what to expect
Delhi to Cartagena ticket prices on the FlightGPT live grid update by the minute. The lowest-priced Delhi Cartagena airfare today might be on a low-cost carrier; the best deal next month might be on a full-service Iberia flight bundled with checked baggage and a meal. We compare fully-bundled all-in fares, never base fares with surprise add-ons.