Miami, United States → Cartagena, Colombia · ✈ 2h 43min · 🚗 28h 54min
960 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: southeast
The distance from Miami to Cartagena is 1,778 km (1,105 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 43min.
The straight-line distance from Miami, United States to Cartagena, Colombia is approximately 1,778 kilometers (1,105 miles or 960 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Cartagena is located southeast of Miami. Miami is in North America, in the South region of United States, while Cartagena is in South America, in Bolívar, Colombia. This intercontinental route spans from North America to South America.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,778 km | ~2h 43min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Miami to Cartagena. For 1,778 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Miami sits at 25.7617°N, 80.1918°W, while Cartagena is located at 10.3910°N, 75.5364°W. The initial compass bearing from Miami to Cartagena is 163° (SSE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Miami heading roughly SSE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 15.37° and the longitude difference is 4.66°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Miami and Cartagena is approximately 18.0903°N, 77.7615°W. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 889 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Miami and Cartagena share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Miami uses the US Dollar (USD), while Cartagena uses the Colombian Peso (COP). Plan to exchange currency before departure or use a low-fee travel card on arrival — airport rates are typically the worst available. The primary local language shifts from English in Miami to Spanish in Cartagena. Learning a few basic phrases makes a noticeable difference at hotels, restaurants, and transit hubs.
Miami is a major city in United States with a population of approximately 467,963. Located in the South region, it is an important hub in North America. Despite its smaller size, Miami plays an important regional role in United States and attracts visitors year-round.
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Cartagena is a notable city in Colombia with a population of approximately 1,028,736. Situated in the Bolívar region, it serves as a key destination in South America. Cartagena offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Colombia.
1,778 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to crossing an ocean or continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
The 1,778 km between Miami and Cartagena means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 5.9 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 2h 43min.
This route crosses from North America to South America, spanning 0 timezones.
The straight-line distance from Miami to Cartagena is approximately 1,778 kilometers (1,105 miles, 960 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 43min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 28h 54min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Cartagena is approximately Same timezone compared to Miami.
The estimated road distance is approximately 2,311 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,778 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: May 30, 2026.