United Announces New Nonstop Flights from Houston and Washington, D.C. to Cartagena
United announced it will launch new nonstop service from Houston Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Cartagena, Colombia (CTG) starting December 17.
Route Launch Details
- Start Date: December 17, 2024 (subject to government approval)
- Frequency: 4x weekly (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday)
Flight Schedule
(Schedule subject to change)
Onboard Experience
- Seatback screens with Bluetooth connectivity
- Larger overhead bins for carry-ons
- Soon-to-be available free Starlink Wi-Fi for MileagePlus members
Destination Spotlight
Cartagena is celebrated for:
- Well-preserved Spanish colonial architecture
- Vibrant culinary scene
- Rich Caribbean history
Lonely Planet even named Cartagena a 2026 Best in Travel destination.
United’s Strategy
- Cartagena becomes United’s third Colombian destination, joining Bogotá and Medellín.
- From Houston and Washington, these flights connect Cartagena to 70+ U.S. destinations.
- Reinforces United’s position as the U.S. airline with the most flights to Latin America from Texas and D.C.
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