
Cartagena Airport to Your Hotel: Private Transfer Prices by Area
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How much is a private transfer from Cartagena airport to your hotel?
A private transfer from Cartagena airport to a hotel in the city costs from USD 49 one way in a Renault Duster for up to 4 guests. The price is per car, not per person. Also, a round trip in the same car costs USD 99.
Inside the city, Old Town (Centro), El Laguito, Bocagrande, Marbella, Crespo and Morros share one price. So the area of your hotel only changes the price when you leave the city.
Cartagena airport to hotel prices by area, one way
Here is the price of each car for each area, one way, in US dollars:
| Area | Renault Duster, 4 | Mercedes Sprinter, 12 | Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, 6 | Mercedes Benz Sprinter, 16 | Armored (Fortuner or TX-L), 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Town (Centro), El Laguito, Bocagrande, Marbella, Crespo and Morros | USD 49 | USD 129 | USD 170 | USD 215 | USD 230 |
| Manzanillo del Mar | USD 59 | USD 185 | USD 240 | USD 250 | USD 275 |
| Barú | USD 149 | USD 260 | USD 340 | USD 400 | USD 485 |
| Playa Blanca (Barú) | USD 139 | USD 290 | USD 380 | USD 500 | USD 585 |
Prices per vehicle in USD. Paying online adds 5.4% to cover the payment platform’s processing fee. We add no booking fees.
Round trip prices by area
A round trip is two transfers: the airport to your hotel when you arrive, and your hotel to the airport when you leave. These are the prices:
| Area | Renault Duster, 4 | Mercedes Sprinter, 12 | Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, 6 | Mercedes Benz Sprinter, 16 | Armored (Fortuner or TX-L), 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Town (Centro), El Laguito, Bocagrande, Marbella, Crespo and Morros | USD 99 | USD 258 | USD 300 | USD 430 | USD 460 |
| Manzanillo del Mar | USD 119 | USD 370 | USD 440 | USD 500 | USD 550 |
| Barú | USD 299 | USD 520 | USD 640 | USD 800 | USD 970 |
| Playa Blanca (Barú) | USD 279 | USD 580 | USD 720 | USD 1,000 | USD 1,170 |
Prices per vehicle in USD. Paying online adds 5.4% to cover the payment platform’s processing fee. We add no booking fees.
Which car do I need for my group?
It depends on your group and your luggage. For example, the Renault Duster takes up to 4 guests with 2 large suitcases. The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado takes up to 6. For groups, the Mercedes Sprinter vans take up to 12 or 16 guests and 16 bags. In addition, the armored Toyota Fortuner and Toyota TX-L take up to 6 guests.
| Vehicle | Capacity | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Duster | Up to 4 and 2 large suitcases | USD 49 | USD 99 |
| Mercedes Sprinter | Up to 12 and 16 bags | USD 129 | USD 258 |
| Toyota Land Cruiser Prado | Up to 6 | USD 170 | USD 300 |
| Mercedes Benz Sprinter | Up to 16 and 16 bags | USD 215 | USD 430 |
| Armored Toyota Fortuner | Up to 6 | USD 230 | USD 460 |
| Armored Toyota TX-L | Up to 6 | USD 230 | USD 460 |
Prices per vehicle in USD. Paying online adds 5.4% to cover the payment platform’s processing fee. We add no booking fees.
If your group needs two cars, message us on WhatsApp and we will arrange it.
How long is the drive from Cartagena airport to my hotel?
The drive is short. Rafael Núñez International Airport is in Crespo, in the north of the city. So the Old Town and Getsemaní are 10 to 18 minutes away, and Bocagrande is 12 to 20 minutes away. However, Barú and Playa Blanca take 60 to 75 minutes.
Cartagena airport to Barú, Playa Blanca or Manzanillo
Outside the city, the price goes up with the distance. For example, in the Duster, Manzanillo del Mar costs USD 59 one way. Then, Playa Blanca costs USD 139 and Barú costs USD 149.
Santa Marta, Barranquilla and a private driver by the hour
Yes, we also drive beyond Cartagena. In the Renault Duster with a private driver, Santa Marta costs USD 359 one way and Barranquilla costs USD 219. You can also book a driver in Cartagena from USD 119 for 2 hours.
| Trip in a Renault Duster with driver | Price per vehicle |
|---|---|
| Private driver, 2 hours | USD 119 |
| Private driver, 4 hours | USD 239 |
| Private driver, 6 hours | USD 359 |
| Private driver, 8 hours | USD 479 |
| Santa Marta, one way | USD 359 |
| Barranquilla, one way | USD 219 |
| Palenque, round trip with 3 hours wait | USD 259 |
| Totumo mud volcano, round trip with 2 hours wait | USD 219 |
| Playa Blanca in Baru, round trip with 6 hours wait | USD 219 |
Prices per vehicle in USD. Paying online adds 5.4% to cover the payment platform’s processing fee. We add no booking fees.
How to book your transfer
First, choose your car, your area and one way or round trip, and the price updates on its own. Then, add the date, the time, the number of guests and your flight number, so the driver can follow your flight. You pay online with Bold, by credit or debit card. After that, your confirmation arrives by email.
The car is a licensed special-service vehicle, the permit Colombia requires for private passenger transport. To start, open the Renault Duster private transfer or see all our Cartagena airport transfers.
Frequently asked questions
Is the price per person or per car?
Per car. You pay for the whole car with its driver. For example, in the Duster the price is the same for 1 or 4 guests.
Does the price change with my hotel area?
Only outside the city. Inside the city, Old Town (Centro), El Laguito, Bocagrande, Marbella, Crespo and Morros share one price. Manzanillo del Mar, Playa Blanca and Barú cost more because they are farther away.
Can I book a round trip?
Yes. A round trip is two transfers, one when you arrive and one when you leave. Inside the city, in the Duster, it costs USD 99.
Do you have armored cars?
Yes. The armored Toyota Fortuner and Toyota TX-L take up to 6 guests. Inside the city, they cost from USD 230 one way.
Where does the driver meet me?
At the arrivals exit of the airport, with a sign with your name. That is why your flight number helps when you book.
How do I pay?
Online with Bold, by credit or debit card, when you book. Then the confirmation arrives by email.
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