{ "response": { "Key": "MCO-CTG", "orig": { "code": "MCO", "type": "airport", "city": "Orlando", "fullCity": "Orlando, Florida", "airport": "Orlando Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "CTG", "type": "airport", "city": "Cartagena", "fullCity": "Cartagena, Colombia", "airport": "Rafael Nuñez Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Cartagena?", "answer": "At Cartagena's Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG), taxis are the fastest and most-used option for reaching the city center, with a short ride of about 15–20 minutes. Ride-sharing services like Uber are available but less common, and official airport taxis offer fixed rates for a reliable trip. Car rentals are present at the airport, though driving in Cartagena's historic center can be challenging due to narrow streets and limited parking. There is no direct mass transit link from the airport to the city, but public buses serve the main road a short walk from the terminal for a budget-friendly alternative.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.airports-terminal.com/interjet-airlines/interjet-airlines-ctg-terminal-rafael-nunez-international-airport/", "title": "Interjet Airlines CTG Terminal – Rafael Núñez International Airport", "time_published": "2024-07-06T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?oldid=1356774552&title=Rafael_N%C3%BA%C3%B1ez_International_Airport", "title": "Rafael Núñez International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2005-08-15T21:14:07Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rafael%20N%C3%BA%C3%B1ez%20International%20Airport", "title": "Rafael Núñez International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-14T23:02:26Z" }, { "url": "https://www.airports-terminal.com/kuwait-airways/kuwait-airways-agp-terminal-malaga-costa-del-sol-airport/", "title": "Kuwait Airways AGP Terminal, Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport", "time_published": "2024-07-02T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rafael_Núñez_International_Airport", "title": "Rafael Núñez International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T10:49:13Z" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "No nonstop red‑eyes operate from Orlando to Cartagena, but connecting itineraries are available where the long leg is an overnight flight. Avianca runs a red‑eye from Orlando to Bogotá departing around 11:40 PM and arriving in Bogotá at 2:45 AM (early hours, same night), with a roughly 2-hour-45-minute layover before a connecting Avianca flight to Cartagena.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "There is no nonstop service from Orlando to Cartagena. Copa Airlines offers the most frequent one-stop option, connecting through Panama City with about 26 daily patterns. Avianca also serves the route via Bogotá (around 18 daily patterns) and less frequently via Medellín. American Airlines provides a connection through Miami with about 8 daily patterns, and LATAM connects through Bogotá with around 4 daily patterns. No per-carrier fare data is available for this route.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Orlando and Cartagena?", "answer": "Common layover cities include Miami, Panama City, and Bogotá. Miami offers many daily flights and quick connections. Panama City’s Tocumen Airport provides efficient transfers and visa‑free transit for many nationalities. Bogotá gives broad onward connections across Colombia." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Cartagena?", "answer": "December to April is the dry season with sunny skies, lower humidity, and fewer crowds." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, complete the Check-Mig form online before departure, carry proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate if required." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Cartagena?", "answer": "Cartagena has one commercial airport, Rafael Núñez International Airport, located about 4 km north of the historic centre and the main tourist area." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Orlando Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Orlando, you can reach MCO via the Lynx public bus (Route 11 or 42), which is the most affordable option but takes about an hour. Ride‑share services like Uber and Lyft, along with taxis, offer a faster door‑to‑terminal trip in roughly 20‑30 minutes. Driving yourself is also straightforward, with on‑site parking garages and economy lots available. Shuttle services are common from area hotels, though there is no dedicated express rail link from the city center.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_International_Airport", "title": "Orlando International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-30T20:55:24Z" }, { "url": "https://www.orlandoairports.net/", "title": "Orlando International Airport (MCO)", "time_published": "2026-07-20T08:27:21Z" }, { "url": "https://orlandoairports.net/getting-around-mco", "title": "Orlando International Airport (MCO)", "time_published": "2026-07-20T08:27:21Z" }, { "url": "https://faa.gov/sfb", "title": "Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) | Federal Aviation Administration", "favicon": "https://faa.gov/themes/custom/faa/favicon.png" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_Executive_Airport", "title": "Orlando Executive Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T09:34:09Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Cartagena airport?", "answer": "Cartagena Airport (CTG) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminals. However, nearby hotels such as the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara (about 15 minutes by car) and others offer shuttle services for uninterrupted sleep.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/cartagena-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Cartagena Airport Guide (CTG) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-23T19:21:35Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/south-america/colombia/cartagena/activities/cartagena_private_vip_airport_transportation_ctg-XTRQGB", "title": "Cartagena Private VIP Airport Transportation (CTG)", "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/south-america/colombia/cartagena/activities/cartagena_airport_to_cartagena_or_vice_versa_one_way_private_t-XGG1UV", "title": "Cartagena Airport to Cartagena (or vice versa) One Way Private T", "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://meetings.accor.com/hotel/A232/index.en.shtml", "title": "Hotel in Cartagena with beautiful views of the Caribbean | Boutique - Meetings", "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://all.accor.com/hotel/A232/index.en.shtml", "title": "Hotel in Cartagena with beautiful views of the Caribbean | Boutique - ALL", "time_published": "2026-04-07T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.airports-terminal.com/interjet-airlines/interjet-airlines-ctg-terminal-rafael-nunez-international-airport/", "title": "Interjet Airlines CTG Terminal – Rafael Núñez International Airport", "time_published": "2024-07-06T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "There is no nonstop service between Orlando and Cartagena, so connecting itineraries are the norm. On the longer leg, the most common aircraft are the Airbus A320-200 Neo (usually via Bogotá on Avianca) and the Boeing 737 MAX 8 (via Panama City on Copa), with Boeing 737-800s and Airbus A320-100s also appearing regularly. The shorter connecting legs typically use Airbus A319/A320 or Boeing 737-700/800 variants; exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these types.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "The carriers that actually operate flights from Orlando to Cartagena are Copa Airlines (Star Alliance), Avianca (Star Alliance), American Airlines (oneworld), and LATAM, which is not in any global alliance. JetBlue also appears in fare data on this route and is alliance-free. Star Alliance is the dominant alliance here through Copa and Avianca, while oneworld is represented by American; other alliances may serve it via connections not captured in the schedule sample.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "route_options" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Orlando?", "answer": "Orlando International Airport (MCO) has a Delta Sky Club in Terminal B, Airside 4, accessible to Delta Sky Club members, certain elite status holders, and those flying in a premium cabin. There are two The Club MCO locations, one in Terminal A, Airside 1 (near gates 1–29) and another in Terminal B, Airside 4; both are part of the Priority Pass network and also sell day passes. Terminal C houses a Plaza Premium Lounge, which welcomes Priority Pass, LoungeKey, and other program members, as well as walk-up guests. All lounges are located after security and offer complimentary snacks, drinks, and Wi-Fi.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MCO", "title": "American Express Lounges at Orlando International Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-ca/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MCO", "title": "American Express Lounges at Orlando International Airport | Amex CA", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://www.orlandoairports.net/", "title": "Orlando International Airport (MCO)", "time_published": "2026-07-20T08:27:21Z" }, { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/orlando-international", "title": "Orlando International Airport MCO Lounges - MCO Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "favicon": "https://my.prioritypass.com/icon.png?a4ff481221414a5c" }, { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/orlando-international/mco2-the-club-mco-gates-1-29", "title": "The Club MCO (Gates 1-29) MCO AIRPORT Terminal A Concourse 1 Orlando International | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "Baggage policies differ by airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets usually do not include a checked bag and may restrict carry‑on to a personal item only. Standard international economy fares on this route typically allow one free checked bag and a carry‑on, while premium cabins offer more generous allowances." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "Flights from Orlando to Cartagena typically offer Economy and may include flat-bed Business class on some airlines, but Premium Economy is uncommon." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Same‑day change and standby availability depend on the airline and fare class, with more options for premium cabins and flexible tickets, while basic economy usually excludes them." } } } }