How to get from CTG to Cartagena
| Option | Cost | Journey time |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi to Old Town (fixed) | COP 15,000 | 10 min |
| Bus to Old Town | COP 2,800 | 20 min |
| InDriver / Cabify | COP 12,000–18,000 | 10 min |
CTG is 3km from Old Town — closest international airport to a UNESCO Old Town in the Americas. For 3-hour layovers: walled city alone is achievable. For 6+ hours: add Castillo San Felipe + Getsemaní dinner. Avoid midday heat (32°C+).
Skip the queue — pre-book an arrival transfer
A fixed-price transfer meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. No haggling, no cash, no scam risk after a long flight into CTG.
Getting out of Cartagena (CTG)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
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Common questions
How much does a taxi from Rafael Núñez International Airport to Cartagena cost?
COP 15,000 — expect the higher end during rush hour or bad weather. Pre-book a fixed-price transfer if you want price certainty.
What's the cheapest way from CTG to Cartagena?
Taxi to Old Town (fixed) at COP 15,000 — 10 min to central Cartagena.
Do I need to buy a visa on arrival in Colombia?
Visa-free for 90 days for US, UK, EU, Canada, AU, NZ, Japan, Korea + 90 nationalities. USD 40 reciprocity fee for AU. Onward ticket required.