Direct (nonstop) flights from Bucaramanga to Cartagena

2 airlines fly nonstop from Palonegro (BGA) to Rafael Nunez (CTG). It's 278 miles (447 km), about 1h 6m in the air. Operated by AVIANCA, Wingo.

BGA
Palonegro
🇨🇴 Bucaramanga, Colombia
CTG
Rafael Nunez
🇨🇴 Cartagena, Colombia
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
278 mi
447 km
CO₂/pax
51 kg
−59 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
AVIANCA +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by AVIANCA AVIANCA Wingo Wingo

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AVIANCA AV AVIANCA
Route
BGA → CTG
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
278 mi
Wingo P5 Wingo
Route
BGA → CTG
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
278 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Bucaramanga to Cartagena with one stop · direct emits 51 kg CO₂ per passenger

BGA MDE (Medellin) CTG
Leg 1: 55m (168 mi) Leg 2: 1h 12m (293 mi) Total: ~2h 7m 🍃 110 kg CO₂ (+116% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BGA → MDE
55m · 168 mi
View BGA to MDE flights →
Leg 2
MDE → CTG
1h 12m · 293 mi
View MDE to CTG flights →
BGA BOG (Bogota) CTG
Leg 1: 1h 5m (179 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (406 mi) Total: ~2h 36m 🍃 133 kg CO₂ (+161% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BGA → BOG
1h 5m · 179 mi
View BGA to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → CTG
1h 31m · 406 mi
View BOG to CTG flights →
BGA PTY (Panama City) CTG
Leg 1: 1h 32m (445 mi) Leg 2: 1h 14m (280 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+212% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BGA → PTY
1h 32m · 445 mi
View BGA to PTY flights →
Leg 2
PTY → CTG
1h 14m · 280 mi
View PTY to CTG flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

A nonstop flight from Bucaramanga (BGA) to Cartagena (CTG) takes approximately 1 hours and 6 minutes. The distance is 278 miles (447 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

2 airlines: AVIANCA, Wingo.

Is there a nonstop flight from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

Yes. 2 airlines: AVIANCA, Wingo.

How far is Bucaramanga from Cartagena?

The flight distance from Bucaramanga to Cartagena is 278 miles (447 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

At 1h 6m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

Roughly 51 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 255 km.

Is the return flight from Cartagena to Bucaramanga also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Palonegro for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.