CTG - Rafael Nuñez International Airport

Cartagena, Colombia

IATA Code: CTG · Cartagena, Colombia

The airport code CTG is the IATA identifier for Rafael Nuñez International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Cartagena Airport (CTG).

Rafael Nuñez International Airport (CTG) serves Cartagena, Colombia, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

CTG is the IATA airport code for Rafael Nuñez International Airport, located in Cartagena, Colombia. The airport is situated at coordinates 10.4424°N, 75.5130°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.

Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)

$5.31/gallon

⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%

Airport Information

IATA Code
CTG
City
Cartagena
Country
Colombia
Timezone
America/Bogota
Latitude
10.4424°
Longitude
-75.5130°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
Latin America

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CTG

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
BAQ - Barranquilla 94 km $1,398 $3/passenger
TLU - Tolu 104 km $1,546 $3/passenger
CVE - Coveñas 117 km $1,740 $3/passenger
CZU - Corozal 126 km $1,873 $4/passenger
MGN - Magangue 148 km $2,200 $4/passenger
SMR - Santa Marta 159 km $2,364 $5/passenger
MTR - Monteria 183 km $2,721 $5/passenger
ELB - El Banco 229 km $3,405 $7/passenger
VUP - Valledupar 248 km $3,687 $7/passenger
CAQ - Caucasia 277 km $4,118 $8/passenger
CPB - Capurgana 285 km $4,237 $8/passenger
PUE - Puerto Obaldia 287 km $4,267 $9/passenger
ACD - Acandi 290 km $4,312 $9/passenger
RCH - Rio Hacha 307 km $4,564 $9/passenger
APO - Carepa 321 km $4,773 $10/passenger
EBG - El Bagre 326 km $4,847 $10/passenger
OCV - Ocana 334 km $4,966 $10/passenger
MCJ - La Mina 342 km $5,085 $10/passenger
PLP - La Palma 367 km $5,457 $11/passenger
OTU - Otu 392 km $5,828 $12/passenger
MAR - Maracaibo 414 km $6,155 $12/passenger
EJA - Barrancabermeja 424 km $6,304 $13/passenger
STB - Santa Barbara 424 km $6,304 $13/passenger
CUC - Cucuta 432 km $6,423 $13/passenger
LFR - La Fria 432 km $6,423 $13/passenger
JQE - Jaqué 436 km $6,482 $13/passenger
SVZ - San Antonio 444 km $6,601 $13/passenger
BGA - Bucaramanga 449 km $6,676 $13/passenger
PTY - Panama City 451 km $6,705 $13/passenger
SCI - San Cristobal 467 km $6,943 $14/passenger
VIG - El Vigía 467 km $6,943 $14/passenger
EOH - Medellin 470 km $6,988 $14/passenger
PAC - Panama 472 km $7,018 $14/passenger
MDE - Rio Negro 476 km $7,077 $14/passenger
BLB - Howard 479 km $7,122 $14/passenger
ONX - Colón 492 km $7,315 $15/passenger
STD - Santo Domingo 498 km $7,404 $15/passenger
BSC - Bahia Solano 515 km $7,657 $15/passenger
MRD - Merida 520 km $7,731 $15/passenger
UIB - Quibdo 543 km $8,073 $16/passenger
VLV - Valera 554 km $8,237 $16/passenger
RIH - Rio Hato 556 km $8,267 $17/passenger
RVE - Saravena 559 km $8,311 $17/passenger
PAL - La Dorada 559 km $8,311 $17/passenger
SBB - Santa Barbara 560 km $8,326 $17/passenger
NQU - Nuquí 562 km $8,356 $17/passenger
MQU - Mariquita 586 km $8,713 $17/passenger
VCR - Carora 597 km $8,876 $18/passenger
MZL - Manizales 602 km $8,951 $18/passenger
CTD - Chitré 603 km $8,965 $18/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CTG Flights

Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.

Currently, the Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.

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Climate & Weather at Cartagena

Cartagena has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.

Traveler Guide: Flying Through CTG

Traveling through Cartagena in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.

Planning Your Trip via CTG

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