How often are flights from Madrid to Cartagena delayed?

Historically, on average around 25% of flights between Madrid and Cartagena have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 212 minutes.

How many flights depart from Madrid to Cartagena on average per week?

As of March 2026, 3 flights take off from Madrid and land in Cartagena each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Madrid Barajas to Cartagena Rafael Nunez?

Plus Ultra, Avianca, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Madrid Barajas to Cartagena Rafael Nunez

What is the most punctual flight time for Madrid to Cartagena flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Madrid to Cartagena flights?

According to our data, Plus Ultra have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 24% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport?

Prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport?

As of March 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

£258 Cheap Flights from Madrid to Cartagena in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Madrid and Cartagena?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £464 to £708. The lowest price recently found on this route was £594.

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14:35 - 13:15

MAD

CTG

29h 40m

2 stops

14:30 - 12:15

CTG

MAD

14h 45m

1 stop

£594Delta

tors, 2 apr - tors, 16 apr

14:35 - 13:20

MAD

CTG

29h 45m

2 stops

14:30 - 09:55

CTG

MAD

36h 25m

2 stops

£595Delta

mån, 13 apr - tors, 23 apr

12:45 - 13:20

MAD

CTG

31h 35m

1 stop

14:35 - 12:15

CTG

MAD

14h 40m

1 stop

£596Delta

fre, 17 apr - tis, 28 apr

14:35 - 13:15

MAD

CTG

29h 40m

2 stops

14:30 - 09:55

CTG

MAD

36h 25m

2 stops

£599Delta

mån, 30 mar - tis, 7 apr

14:35 - 13:15

MAD

CTG

29h 40m

2 stops

14:30 - 12:15

CTG

MAD

14h 45m

1 stop

£600Delta

tors, 9 apr - tors, 23 apr

14:55 - 21:45

MAD

CTG

13h 50m

1 stop

23:15 - 16:00

CTG

MAD

9h 45mdirect

£601Plus Ultra

tors, 2 jul - tors, 16 jul

12:45 - 13:15

MAD

CTG

31h 30m

1 stop

14:35 - 12:15

CTG

MAD

14h 40m

1 stop

£602Delta

tors, 9 apr - lör, 25 apr

14:35 - 13:15

MAD

CTG

29h 40m

2 stops

14:30 - 12:15

CTG

MAD

14h 45m

1 stop

£606Delta

tors, 2 apr - fre, 10 apr

14:55 - 21:45

MAD

CTG

13h 50m

1 stop

23:15 - 16:00

CTG

MAD

9h 45mdirect

£607Plus Ultra

tors, 2 jul - tors, 16 jul

14:35 - 13:15

MAD

CTG

29h 40m

2 stops

14:30 - 12:15

CTG

MAD

14h 45m

1 stop

£610Delta

tors, 2 apr - fre, 10 apr

Delta flights from Madrid to Cartagena

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Delta

2 Apr

MAD14:35Madrid Barajas

29h 40m

2 stops

CTG13:15Cartagena Rafael Nunez

16 Apr

CTG14:30Cartagena Rafael Nunez

14h 45m

1 stop

MAD12:15Madrid Barajas

£594

Delta

13 Apr

MAD14:35Madrid Barajas

29h 45m

2 stops

CTG13:20Cartagena Rafael Nunez

25 Apr

CTG14:35Cartagena Rafael Nunez

14h 40m

1 stop

MAD12:15Madrid Barajas

£595

Delta

17 Apr

MAD12:45Madrid Barajas

31h 35m

1 stop

CTG13:20Cartagena Rafael Nunez

28 Apr

CTG14:35Cartagena Rafael Nunez

14h 40m

1 stop

MAD12:15Madrid Barajas

£596

Plus Ultra flights from Madrid to Cartagena

Our best Plus Ultra deals on Madrid to Cartagena flight tickets

Plus Ultra

2 Jul

MAD14:55Madrid Barajas

13h 50m

1 stop

CTG21:45Cartagena Rafael Nunez

16 Jul

CTG23:15Cartagena Rafael Nunez

9h 45m

MAD16:00Madrid Barajas

£601

Plus Ultra

2 Jul

MAD14:55Madrid Barajas

13h 50m

1 stop

CTG21:45Cartagena Rafael Nunez

16 Jul

CTG23:15Cartagena Rafael Nunez

9h 45m

MAD16:00Madrid Barajas

£607

Plus Ultra

15 Jun

MAD14:55Madrid Barajas

13h 50m

1 stop

CTG21:45Cartagena Rafael Nunez

10 Sept

CTG23:15Cartagena Rafael Nunez

9h 45m

MAD16:00Madrid Barajas

£655

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tors 2/4

14:35-13:15

2 stops29h 40m

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tors 16/4

14:30-12:15

1 stop14h 45m

£594

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MAD - CTG

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Madrid Barajas

mån 13/4

14:35-13:20

2 stops29h 45m

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tors 23/4

14:30-09:55

2 stops36h 25m

£595

MadridCartagena

MAD - CTG

MADCTG

Madrid Barajas

fre 17/4

12:45-13:20

1 stop31h 35m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

tis 28/4

14:35-12:15

1 stop14h 40m

£596

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MAD - CTG

MADCTG

Madrid Barajas

mån 30/3

14:35-13:15

2 stops29h 40m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

tis 7/4

14:30-09:55

2 stops36h 25m

£599

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MAD - CTG

MADCTG

Madrid Barajas

tors 9/4

14:35-13:15

2 stops29h 40m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

tors 23/4

14:30-12:15

1 stop14h 45m

£600

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MAD - CTG

MADCTG

Madrid Barajas

tors 2/7

14:55-21:45

1 stop13h 50m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

tors 16/7

23:15-16:00

Nonstop9h 45m

£601

MadridCartagena

MAD - CTG

MADCTG

Madrid Barajas

tors 9/4

12:45-13:15

1 stop31h 30m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

lör 25/4

14:35-12:15

1 stop14h 40m

£602

MadridCartagena

MAD - CTG

MADCTG

Madrid Barajas

tors 2/4

14:35-13:15

2 stops29h 40m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

fre 10/4

14:30-12:15

1 stop14h 45m

£606

MadridCartagena

MAD - CTG

MADCTG

Madrid Barajas

tors 2/7

14:55-21:45

1 stop13h 50m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

tors 16/7

23:15-16:00

Nonstop9h 45m

£607

MadridCartagena

MAD - CTG

MADCTG

Madrid Barajas

tors 2/4

14:35-13:15

2 stops29h 40m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

fre 10/4

14:30-12:15

1 stop14h 45m

£610

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Madrid and Cartagena?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cartagena?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Cartagena. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £514. If you aren’t able to travel to Cartagena during the month of February, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £556.

What is the cheapest Madrid Barajas to Cartagena Rafael Nunez flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cartagena?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cartagena from Madrid when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cartagena for around £644 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cartagena from Madrid for as low as £470 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Madrid Barajas to Cartagena Rafael Nunez flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Madrid Barajas to Cartagena Rafael Nunez flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Madrid to Cartagena flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Madrid to Cartagena.

How have Madrid to Cartagena flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Madrid to Cartagena flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	14h 00m
Direct flights	Sat
Airports in Cartagena	1 airport

The fastest flight from Madrid to Cartagena takes 14h 00m

Direct flights go from Madrid to Cartagena on Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Cartagena. From Madrid there are direct flights to Cartagena Rafael Nunez (CTG).

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How far is Madrid Barajas to Cartagena Rafael Nunez by plane?
Cartagena Rafael Nunez is 4794.9 mi away from Madrid Barajas. 14h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport?
Prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport?
As of March 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Madrid to Cartagena?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Madrid to Cartagena is Airbus A330, representing 52.66% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A330-300 at 22.88%, Airbus A350-900 at 16.93%, and Airbus A330-200 at 5.96%.
What is the most popular airline from Madrid to Cartagena?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Madrid to Cartagena is Avianca (50% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Plus Ultra (50%).

Best airlines flying from Madrid to Cartagena

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Plus Ultra	PriceFrom £423	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews		Search Plus Ultra flights
Avianca	PriceFrom £471	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,499 reviews		Search Avianca flights

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