{ "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": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "A nonstop flight from Orlando (MCO) to Cartagena (CTG) typically takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, with Spirit Airlines offering the fastest option around 3 hours 25 minutes. The return flight is slightly shorter, often around 3 hours 20 minutes. Flights with one stop, commonly via Miami (MIA) or Panama City (PTY), generally range from 5 to 7 hours total travel time." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Orlando to Cartagena. The shortest connecting option is a one-stop itinerary, typically via Panama City (PTY) on Copa Airlines, taking about 5½ hours total and often priced around $344–$458. American Airlines via Miami is another common single-connection choice, with a similar duration and median fares near $646.", "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. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. 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", "flight_schedule", "route_options" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "Yes, visa requirements depend on your nationality. U.S. citizens traveling from Orlando to Cartagena do not need a visa for tourism or business for stays up to 90 days, but must have a valid passport and may need proof of onward travel. Colombian citizens traveling from Cartagena to Orlando need a U.S. visa unless they are eligible for the Visa Waiver Program, which Colombia is not part of; thus, a B1/B2 visa is typically required. Other nationalities should check both Colombian and U.S. entry requirements." }, "q4": { "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Orlando to Cartagena is April through May and August through September, with average fares around $440–$450. The most expensive months are December, March, and January, when prices climb to $592–$712 on average.", "methodology": "This 'good deal' estimate shows a representative best price for each departure date across roughly a 12-month window (about 3 months back and 9 months forward). It is built from real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, accumulated into a price history for each departure date. Rather than weighting all of that history equally, we apply exponential time decay so recent prices dominate — a price seen yesterday counts almost in full, one from about a month ago roughly a third, and prices from a few months back very little — giving a figure that tracks today's market instead of a stale long-run average. Clear price outliers are removed before any calculation, departure dates with no observations are filled in from nearby dates, and the resulting curve is lightly smoothed so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise.", "toolsUsed": [ "seasonal_prices" ] }, "q5": { "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "For flights from Orlando to Cartagena, the best fares are typically found when booking 7 to 10 weeks before departure, with an average price around $515. The absolute lowest price observed is $510 about 70 days out, while booking further in advance—like 160 days—can push fares up to $641.", "methodology": "This booking-window guidance is built from the same real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, re-grouped by how many days before departure each price was seen (from the departure day out to about 180 days ahead) across the route's price history. At each booking lead time we report the 25th-percentile price — the cheaper end of what travelers were quoted, rather than the rock-bottom minimum (which can be a fluke) or the average (which is pulled up by expensive last-minute fares). The buy-or-wait advice then applies a risk premium that grows as departure approaches, since seat availability shrinks and prices become less predictable; using that adjusted curve we flag windows where waiting is likely to save a meaningful amount (at least $20 or 5%) versus windows where booking now is the better call. Isolated single-day recommendations are filtered out, so the advice only reflects a window that holds for several days in a row.", "toolsUsed": [ "booking_timing" ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from Orlando (MCO) to Cartagena (CTG). Connecting itineraries whose long leg is an overnight flight are available: Avianca runs a red‑eye from Orlando to Bogotá departing at 11:40 PM and arriving at 2:45 AM, then connecting onward to Cartagena on Avianca after about a 2 hour 45 minute layover in Bogotá.", "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 are no nonstop flights from Orlando to Cartagena. The most common one-stop routings are via Panama City (PTY) on Copa Airlines, Bogotá (BOG) on LATAM or Avianca, and Miami (MIA) on American Airlines. Copa via Panama City offers the highest frequency with about 19 daily connections, followed by LATAM and Avianca via Bogotá with roughly 10 and 9 respectively, and American via Miami with 9. Specific per‑carrier fares are not provided in this data.", "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 layovers include Miami, Panama City, Bogotá, and Fort Lauderdale. Miami and Fort Lauderdale offer numerous short-hop connections from Orlando, while Panama City and Bogotá provide efficient hubs with broad onward connections to Cartagena, often keeping total travel times competitive." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "On-time performance can vary, with afternoon thunderstorms in Orlando often causing delays. Booking early morning flights, such as those operated by JetBlue or Spirit, improves your chances of a punctual departure." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Cartagena?", "answer": "December to April is the dry season with sunny skies and lower humidity, making it the most comfortable time to explore." }, "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, proof of onward or return travel, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for stays under 90 days. Carry a payment method for baggage and any other required health documents." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Cartagena?", "answer": "Cartagena has only one airport, Rafael Núñez International Airport, located just 5 km from the historic walled city." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Orlando Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "Orlando International Airport (MCO) is about 10 miles southeast of downtown Orlando. Public buses (Lynx routes 11, 42, and 51) serve the airport, but they are slow and not direct. The most popular and convenient options are ride‑share (Uber/Lyft) or taxi, which take about 20–30 minutes. Several private shuttle services and shared‑ride vans also run from local hotels and downtown. Driving yourself is possible with on‑airport parking garages and economy lots, though rates are higher for terminal‑adjacent parking.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://orlandoairports.net", "title": "Orlando International Airport (MCO)", "time_published": "2026-07-20T08:27:21Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_International_Airport_People_Movers", "title": "Orlando International Airport People Movers", "time_published": "2026-07-01T04:29:54Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_Executive_Airport", "title": "Orlando Executive Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T09:34:09Z" }, { "url": "https://www.faa.gov/sfb", "title": "Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) | Federal Aviation Administration", "time_published": "2026-06-02T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.orlandoairports.net/flights/international-service/", "title": "International Service - Orlando International Airport (MCO)", "time_published": "2015-08-06T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Cartagena airport?", "answer": "Cartagena Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. Nearby hotels offer shuttle service for uninterrupted sleep, and the main terminal has seats that can be pushed together for overnight rest, though mosquitoes have been reported. No specific terminals are mentioned for sleeping facilities, and the airport is divided into international and domestic terminals.", "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" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Rafael Nuñez Intl Airport?", "answer": "Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) offers free Wi‑Fi throughout the terminal. Currency exchange services are available inside the airport, though specific terminal locations aren't detailed in the current information. No prayer rooms or chapels are mentioned in the available data, so it's unclear if dedicated spaces exist.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "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://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/wiki/Rafael_Núñez_International_Airport", "title": "Rafael Núñez International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T10:49:13Z" }, { "url": "https://www.airports-terminal.com/lion-air/lion-air-kmg-terminal-kunming-changshui-international-airport/", "title": "Lion Air KMG Terminal, Kunming Changshui International Airport", "time_published": "2024-07-11T00:00:00Z" }, { "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" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Orlando to Cartagena?", "answer": "No nonstop flights operate between Orlando and Cartagena, so travelers connect through a hub. The most common aircraft on the longer connecting leg are the Airbus A320-100 (often via Bogotá on LATAM), the Boeing 737 MAX 8 and Boeing 737-800 (via Panama City on Copa), and the Airbus A320-200 Neo (via Bogotá on Avianca). The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, though these narrow-body types dominate the one-stop itineraries; Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these modern jets.", "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": "No airline offers nonstop service from Orlando (MCO) to Cartagena (CTG); one-stop connecting options are operated by Copa Airlines (Star Alliance, via Panama City), LATAM (not in a global alliance, via Bogotá), American Airlines (oneworld, via Miami), Avianca (Star Alliance, via Bogotá or Medellín), and JetBlue (no alliance, via Fort Lauderdale or New York JFK). Star Alliance is served by both Copa and Avianca, oneworld by American, and LATAM and JetBlue are unaligned carriers.", "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" ] }, "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 from Gates 70–99), which Delta premium cabin and SkyTeam Elite Plus passengers, plus paid members and select Amex cardholders, can enter; it offers a full bar, showers, and runway views. Two independent The Club MCO lounges — one in Terminal A, Airside 1 and another in Terminal B, Airside 4 — are available via Priority Pass, day passes, or premium credit cards, and they provide complimentary food, drinks, and Wi‑Fi. In the newer Terminal C, the Plaza Premium Lounge (also Priority Pass‑accessible) features showers, a hot buffet, and a quiet relaxation area. These are the confirmed lounges at MCO; no other branded airline clubs operate here.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MCO", "title": "American Express Lounges at Orlando International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-05-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/fi-fi/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MCO", "title": "American Express Lounges at Orlando International Airport | Amex FI", "time_published": "2026-05-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://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", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com:443/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/orlando-international/mco1-the-club-mco-gates-70-99", "title": "The Club MCO (Gates 70-99) MCO AIRPORT Terminal B Concourse 4 Orlando FL 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 rules depend on the airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets may not include a checked bag; standard economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins and some loyalty statuses offer additional 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 select airlines; Premium Economy is uncommon on this route." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy typically does not." } } } }