How to Get From Cartagena to Panama City
Flight · Sailboat
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Panama City is Panama's capital, famous for its canal and its glass skyline. Flying is the quickest way to get from Cartagena to Panama City, taking 1h 55m - 2h 40m. If you'd rather travel by sea, the sailboat crossing takes 6d 12h and costs $720 (720 PAB).
Distance from Cartagena to Panama City
Cartagena and Panama City are about 467 km (290 miles) apart, crossed directly by sea. The quickest way to get from Cartagena to Panama City is by taking the flight, which takes around 1h 55m - 2h 40m.
2 ways to travel from Cartagena to Panama City
There are two ways to travel from Cartagena to Panama City. You can choose between the flight and ferry. The journey takes 1h 55m–6d 12h and the quickest way is by flight. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by flight with tickets starting at $135 (136 PAB).
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4I want to go to Panamá by sailing boat, I am Venezuelan, I don't have a visa, only a passport — can they take me like that
Hi Yulixa, Venezuelan passport holders need to apply for visa when visiting Panama. You can see the list of required documents on this website (visalist.io).
PD: Esta respuesta está escrita en inglés para que sea útil para los viajeros de todo el mundo. Recomiendo usar Google Translate para traducir esta respuesta al español.
hello, do you know of a solution for transporting a scooter too? my dream is to travel the pan-american highway from chile to alaska on a vespa.
What a dream! To ship your scooter from Colombia to Panama, you can look into roll on roll off companies like IVSS (ivssuk.com). They ship all vehicles, including motorcycles. A word of warning: I read somewhere that it's better to ship your vehicle in a container to avoid the risk of it being stolen. I hope this helps you plan your trip!
if I am Venezuelan do I need the visa? for the sailing boats to panama
Hi Mariangel! From what we know, Venezuelan citizens need a tourist visa to enter Panama. For more details, you can check out this link for immigration requirements (icazalaw.com). We hope this helps! Safe travels!
Hello, good afternoon ...to travel by sailing boat to Panamá and enjoy the islands, which are the months in season? Thank you
Hi, Maria! The best time to go sailing in Panama is December to April. These are "dry months" so they would be the perfect time to explore the islands too! Hope this helps! Safe travels!
Rounding it up
That's the full picture for getting from Cartagena to Panama City, roughly 467 kilometres (290 miles) apart. In all, there are 2 ways to make the trip. The cheapest non-flight fare is $720 (720 PAB), though if you're lucky with timing you might find a flight ticket for even less. The quickest trip takes 1h 55m.
Prices and timetables change, so it's worth a quick check before you travel. Have a question, or travelled this route recently? Ask the community below and we'll do our best to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance from Cartagena to Panama City?
The distance from Cartagena to Panama City is 467 kilometres (290 miles).
What is the fastest way to get from Cartagena to Panama City?
The fastest way to get from Cartagena to Panama City is by flight and takes 1h 55m - 2h 40m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Cartagena to Panama City?
The cheapest way to get from Cartagena to Panama City is by flight with ticket costs starting from 136 PAB.
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Ela is a storyteller, content producer, solo traveller and a mermaid-in-training. When she's not in front of her laptop, you will find her barefoot and living her best tan on some island in the Philippines. Or exploring the depths of its seas as a budding freediver. An island girl at heart, she'll be happy anywhere there is sea, sand, sun and coffee.
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