Flights from Quebec City (YQB) and Montreal (YUL) to Cartagena, Colombia

Here is what to know before booking a flight to Cartagena from Quebec City and Montreal.

From Quebec City, fares to Cartagena usually run between $800 and $1150. The best fare spotted recently is $738 (about 24% below the typical price).

What this route usually costs

We have recorded a fare from Quebec City to Cartagena on 75 separate days, the first on May 26, 2026 and the most recent on September 3, 2026. Across those days the best fare of the day ranged from $718 to $970, with a median of $830. One of those days came in cheaper than today. Today's $738 is in the cheapest third of that range.

Days observed 75
Lowest recorded $718
Median day $830
Highest recorded $970

These numbers are our own: one price point per route per scan day. How we collect them.

Quebec City or Montreal for Cartagena?

We have priced Cartagena from both airports on 59 of the same days. Quebec City came in cheaper on 2 of them and Montreal on 57. Averaged across those days, Montreal was $170 cheaper on this route.

Latest fare we spotted from each airport

Quebec City $738 (-24%)
Montreal $638 (-6%)

Cartagena is Colombia's jewel on the Caribbean coast, famed for its romantic walled old town and vivid colonial architecture. It is known for cobblestone streets bursting with bougainvillea, lively plazas, and a warm tropical atmosphere steeped in history. Catch the golden light on the ramparts at dusk and you'll be planning your next trip before you leave!

When to go

The drier season from December to April offers the sunniest, most reliable weather and is the peak time to visit. The wetter months from roughly May to November bring more humidity and afternoon showers, but also fewer crowds and a quieter pace.

Getting there from Quebec City and Montreal

From eastern Canada, Cartagena generally requires one or more connections, often through Montreal, Toronto, or a US hub, then onward into Colombia. It is a multi-leg trip into the tropics, so allow time for your layovers. Check passport and entry requirements before booking, and note that a US routing may add its own transit rules.

What to see and do

The walled Old Town (Ciudad Amurallada)
Castillo San Felipe de Barajas
Getsemaní neighbourhood street art
Day trips to the Rosario Islands

Good to know before you go

The currency is the Colombian peso, and carrying some cash is useful for markets and smaller vendors. Spanish is the main language, so a few phrases help greatly. The walled city and Getsemaní are best explored on foot, and there is no metro, so for anywhere farther use registered taxis or ride apps like Uber, DiDi, and Cabify rather than a rental car, since local traffic and parking can be tricky. Stay aware of your surroundings and keep hydrated in the tropical heat.

Entry requirements and health

No visa needed

Good news: with a Canadian passport you can just show up for a short tourist stay, no visa needed. Keep an eye on how long you're allowed to stay so your trip fits.

Vaccines and health

Many travellers get vaccinated against hepatitis A and typhoid, which spread through food and water. Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for some areas, and it's worth keeping the certificate handy. Malaria is present in some areas, so ask a clinic whether antimalarials make sense for your route.

General orientation for a Canadian passport on a short tourist trip, not legal or medical advice. Confirm with official sources, and see a travel health clinic four to six weeks before departure.

Travel information is provided as a guide and can change. Always confirm fares, schedules and entry requirements before booking.

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