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Rafael Nunez (SKCG/CTG) — Cartagena, Colombia

At a glance

Operating hours
Open 24h
Customs
Available 24h
Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
Jet A-1, 100LL
Tower
118.30
Runways
01/19
Elevation
4 ft

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SKCG
  • Name: Rafael Nunez
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 10.4424
  • Longitude: -75.513
  • Elevation: 4 ft
  • Country: Colombia
  • Municipality: Cartagena
  • IATA Code: CTG
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: SKEC
  • Timezone: America/Bogota
  • Distance from City: 3.8 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 01/19

  • Designation: 01/19
  • Dimensions: 8530 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: 47/F/B/X/T
  • Lighting: MIRL, PAPI, REIL
  • NAVAIDs: VOR-DME (CTG 112.3), NDB (CT 255)
  • Approach Types: ILS, VOR/DME, RNAV (GPS)
  • Remarks: Displaced threshold RWY 01. Magnetic variation 005°W. Circling not authorized west of RWY 01-19. Tire pressure limited to 217 PSI.

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.300, 118.550 MHz
  • Ground: 121.600, 121.800 MHz
  • Operations: 119.100 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 120.300 MHz
  • ATIS: 125.000 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Rafael Nunez operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: Airport and tower H24. Aerosupport/Million Air FBO: 14:00-23:00Z, after hours on request.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +57 6056931351
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +57 6056931351
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://aeropuertocartagena.com.co
  • Remarks: Operator: OINAC S.A. (since Mar 2024). Email: [email protected]. Aerosupport/Million Air FBO: +57 6017422365 (office), +57 3182801226 (after hours), freq 131.600. Caribbean Support & Flight Services: +1 8135417550. Pike Aviation: +1 3054472676. Airstream Jets: +1 5618267056. FltPlan Handling: +1 7862066031.

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: Aerocivil PBX +57 (601) 425 1000 / [email protected] (Mon-Fri 13:00-22:00Z)
  • Remarks: Landing permits required for private/Part 91 and charter/Part 135 flights. Aerocivil processes Mon-Fri business hours, 72h lead time (48h minimum). Aircraft larger than Global/GLF5 require permit regardless of stay length; smaller exempt for stays under 48h.

Customs

  • Open: 00:00
  • Close: 23:59
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: 24h customs. Check-MIG form no longer obligatory per Migración Colombia (Jan 2025) but still recommended.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: COP 38000 per 1000 kg MTOW
  • Parking Fee: COP 19000 per 1000 kg per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: COP
  • Remarks: Parking charged from 3rd hour at 5% of landing fee per hour. Night surcharge 5% on landing fee 23:00-11:00Z. ARFF Cat 7.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-03
  • Remarks: Jet A-1 available via Aerosupport/Million Air FBO and other handlers. Accepted fuel cards: AEG Fuels, Multi Service, World Fuel Services, UVair, AvCard.
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-03
  • Remarks: Avgas 100LL available at Aerosupport/Million Air FBO.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: APIS mandatory since Apr 2015 for all operations. Three submissions required: 12h before, 40min before, and at door close. Operators must register with Migración Colombia. Full FIS. Fast Track/VIP available.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: No curfew. Adjacent to historic walled city (Crespo). Categories A, B, C, D accepted.

Alternates

SKBQ

  • ICAO: SKBQ
  • Name: Ernesto Cortissoz
  • Distance (NM): 50.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Major international port of entry. Barranquilla. Full FIS. Caribbean coast.

SKSM

  • ICAO: SKSM
  • Name: Simon Bolivar Intl
  • Distance (NM): 85.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Immigration control H24. Tel: +57 3017441161. Km 17 Vía Ciénaga, Santa Marta.

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Colombia Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: 3 business days (minimum 48 hours for short notice, case-by-case)
  • Landing Lead Time: 72 hours (official); 48 hours absolute minimum (short notice, case-by-case)
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require Aerocivil notification. Landing at designated international airports.

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Active NOTAMs

A3231/26
critical
Only runway closed
OCT 25 0730-1000 OCT 27 29 30 0500-1000 OCT 28 0630-1000 NOV 03 05 12 17 19 24 26 0500-1000 NOV 01 04 06 08 11 13 15 18 20 22 25 27 29 0630-1000 RWY 01/19 CLSD
2026-10-25 07:30 UTC 2026-11-29 10:00 UTC
A3199/26
critical
Only runway closed
OCT 23 27 29 30 0500-1000 OCT 25 28 0630-1000 NOV 03 05 12 17 19 24 26 0500-1000 NOV 01 04 06 08 11 13 15 18 20 22 25 27 29 0630-1000 RWY 01/19 CLSD
2026-10-23 05:00 UTC 2026-11-29 10:00 UTC
A3056/26
critical
Only runway closed
OCT 11 0730-1000 OCT 13 15 16 20 22 23 27 29 30 0500-1000 OCT 04 07 14 18 21 25 28 0630-1000 NOV 03 05 10 12 17 19 24 26 0500-1000 NOV 01 04 06 08 11 13 15 18 20 22 25 27 29 0630-1000 RWY 01/19 CLSD
2026-10-11 07:30 UTC 2026-11-29 10:00 UTC

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Nearby Airports

SQKS Aerodromo Los Campanos 39 NM SKCB Carmen De Bolivar Airport 51 NM SKBQ Ernesto Cortissoz 51 NM SKTL Golfo de Morrosquillo Airport 56 NM SKPL Plato Airport 58 NM SKCV Coveñas Airport 63 NM SKCZ Las Brujas Airport 68 NM SKFU Fundación Airport 78 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at SKCG?
The tower frequency at Rafael Nunez is 118.30, 118.55 MHz.
What fuel is available at SKCG?
Rafael Nunez offers Jet A-1, 100LL.
Does SKCG require landing permits?
It depends on the flight. Private flights require Aerocivil notification. Landing at designated international airports. Permit details for Colombia
Is customs available at SKCG?
Yes, customs at Rafael Nunez is available from 00:00 to 23:59.
Does SKCG require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Rafael Nunez.
Where is SKCG located?
Rafael Nunez (SKCG) is located in Cartagena, Colombia.
What is the IATA code for SKCG?
The IATA code for Rafael Nunez is CTG.
Does SKCG have an ILS approach?
Yes, Rafael Nunez has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 01/19.
Is SKCG a port of entry?
Yes, Rafael Nunez is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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