Compare airlines and travel sites in one search No booking fees from us
FlightConnect
Search flights
  1. Home
  2. Flights
  3. Flights from Cartagena
  4. Cartagena to Rio de Janeiro
Connecting route · Colombia → Brazil

Flights from Cartagena to Rio de Janeiro

There are no direct flights from Cartagena to Rio de Janeiro. The easiest way is one stop via Bogota or Panama City, about 9h 00m door to door.

No direct flights · 3 connection options From 9h 00m
CTGRIOBOG

Cartagena to Rio de Janeiro at a glance

Fastest journey9h 00mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Bogota or Panama City

Best ways to fly from Cartagena to Rio de Janeiro

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
CTG Bogota (BOG) RIO
Leg 1: Avianca, Clic Air, JetSmart · Leg 2: Avianca
One airline, one ticket ~9h 00m
Search
2
CTG Panama City (PTY) RIO
Leg 1: Copa Airlines · Leg 2: Copa Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~9h 41m
Search
3
CTG Lima (LIM) RIO
Leg 1: LATAM Airlines Peru · Leg 2: LATAM Airlines Peru
One airline, one ticket ~10h 21m
Search

Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
5,107 km3,171 miles
Journey time
9h 00mestimate
Time difference
+2hRio de Janeiro vs Cartagena
Currency in Rio de Janeiro
BRL
Airports
CTG → GIG, SDU

Flights from Cartagena to Rio de Janeiro: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Cartagena to Rio de Janeiro?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Bogota, Panama City and Lima. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Cartagena to Rio de Janeiro?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 9h 00m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 5,107 km.
Where do you change planes between Cartagena and Rio de Janeiro?
The best connecting points are Bogota (BOG), Panama City (PTY) and Lima (LIM). Avianca flies both legs via Bogota, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Cartagena and Rio de Janeiro?
Cartagena: Rafael Nuñez International Airport (CTG). Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
What is the time difference between Cartagena and Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is 2 hours ahead of Cartagena.

More flights from Cartagena

Scenic view of İstanbul's historic architecture along the Bosphorus showcasing Galata Tower.1+ stopIstanbulWith a connectionSee the best way to goBreathtaking view of a volcanic eruption at sunset in León, Nicaragua, showcasing vibrant colors and dramatic clouds.1+ stopManaguaWith a connectionSee the best way to goThe reflective Cloud Gate sculpture in Chicago surrounded by iconic skyscrapers.1+ stopChicagoWith a connectionSee the best way to goAerial view showcasing Quito's urban landscape with rolling hills and colorful rooftops.1+ stopQuitoWith a connectionSee the best way to goExpansive city skyline view with dense green forest in the foreground under a cloudy sky.1+ stopSao PauloWith a connectionSee the best way to goAerial shot of Bogotá, Colombia, showcasing cityscape and surrounding lush mountains.NonstopBogotaNonstopOne-way fromUS$55