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Your cartagena airport transfers begin the moment you book. A professional, English-speaking driver tracks your flight, meets you at arrivals at Rafael Nunez International (CTG) holding a personalized sign, and walks you directly to your private vehicle. No taxi line, no haggling, no language barriers, no surprise fees. Just stepping out of the terminal into a chilled, immaculate SUV — and from there, straight to your hotel.
This is the same standard our private island guests, yacht charter clients, and bachelor party groups have relied on for years. Now bookable as a stand-alone service starting at $175 USD round-trip for the standard SUV transfer between CTG airport and Old Town, Bocagrande, Manga, or Getsemani.
Rafael Nunez International is one of the most conveniently located airports in the Caribbean — most Cartagena hotels are 10 to 25 minutes away, even in heavy traffic. Here is what to expect from CTG to the most-requested neighborhoods:
| Destination | Distance | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|
| Old Town (Walled City) | 4 km | 10–15 min |
| Getsemani | 5 km | 12–18 min |
| Bocagrande | 7 km | 15–20 min |
| Manga / Castillogrande | 6 km | 12–18 min |
| Marina Santa Cruz (Yacht pickup) | 8 km | 15–20 min |
| Baru / Playa Blanca | 45 km | 60–75 min |
Five vehicles, one standard. Every private transfer cartagena airport client picks the vehicle that fits the trip: a Mercedes Sprinter for groups of 12 or 16, a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado for couples and families of up to six, or — for clients with security concerns or VIP profiles — the armored Toyota TX-L or armored Toyota Fortuner.
Every vehicle in the CLG fleet is air-conditioned, late-model, immaculately maintained, and operated by a professional driver who speaks English and knows every shortcut from CTG to your hotel. See the full fleet with photos and per-vehicle pricing below.
For clients arriving on business, executives traveling with high-net-worth profiles, or families who simply prefer maximum peace of mind, CLG operates two armored vehicle cartagena options: the Toyota TX-L and the Toyota Fortuner, both Level B6 ballistic-rated. Each is paired with a vetted, off-duty police or military driver and can include a discreet security detail on request.
This is the same service used by visiting executives, diplomats, and entertainers who base their Cartagena security around CLG. To learn more about safety in the city before you arrive, read our complete guide: Is Cartagena safe for travelers?
The booking process is built for travelers who do not want to spend their first 30 minutes in Colombia negotiating a taxi. Here is the entire flow:
Every cartagena airport to hotel transfer with CLG includes the following at no extra charge: meet-and-greet at arrivals with sign, complimentary bottled water, child seats on request, English-speaking driver, real-time flight tracking, 24/7 WhatsApp support, all tolls and parking, and direct hotel drop-off (we do not do parking-lot handoffs). Late-night and pre-dawn arrivals are standard — our drivers cover the airport 24/7, including 2am Avianca and 6am Spirit arrivals.
Beyond the standard one-way airport pickup, CLG offers full executive transportation cartagena service: half-day and full-day driver hire, multi-stop itineraries, hotel-to-yacht-marina transfers, intercity routes (Cartagena to Santa Marta, Barranquilla, Tayrona), and corporate group logistics for conferences, weddings, and incentive trips. The 16-passenger Mercedes Sprinter is the workhorse for groups, paired with our 12-passenger Sprinter for split-group flexibility. For multi-vehicle convoys (10+ guests with luggage), we coordinate as a fleet under a single point of contact.
Beyond the armored vehicle. CLG provides licensed armed bodyguards, advance route surveys, and discreet executive protection for VIPs, public figures, corporate teams, and high-net-worth families. Available 24/7 across Cartagena, Baru, and the Rosario Islands.
"Great experience with Melanie. The booking process was easy, the team was professional and on time, and everything was well organized."— Olga Fuentes · ★★★★★ · Google Review
Private SUV, pre-booked Cecilia’s, and the Runner art piece included — handled by one concierge team who knows every vendor, every stall, and every detail.
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"Súper buen servicio. Melanie muy linda persona y amable. Los recomiendo full."— Nicole Tovar · ★★★★★ · Google Review
"Súper buen servicio. Melanie muy linda persona y amable. Los recomiendo full."— Nicole Tovar · ★★★★★ · Google Review
