How to find cheap flights to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA)
$1,834 is currently the cheapest price for a round-trip flight to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to MGA, the lowest fare is $1,225.
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Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get the best price on tickets to Managua, where Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport is located, if you book in advance. Airlines generally offer some great early bird deals.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' when searching for a better chance of scoring cheap flights to Managua. Doing this will give you more options for where to start and end your trip, along with different prices.
Think about taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes are generally cheaper. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport.
Best time to go to Managua
You can typically catch the cheapest flight to Managua in May.
To find the month with the cheapest flights to MGA, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you have flexible travel dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
If you'd love to experience Managua at its busiest, book your flights to MGA for January. Holidaying during high seasons typically means more to do and see than at other times of the year.
October is the quietest time of year to travel if you prefer a more relaxed vibe. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Managua then.
With averages of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF), April is when Managua is at its warmest. Plan your visit around your weather preferences to make the most of your trip.
January has the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January gives you the best chance of sunshine. This is the driest month in Managua.
Rain is more common here in September, which gets around 21 days of wet weather.
Travelling to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA): What you need to know
Offering direct flights to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport, these leading airlines make getting to Managua a breeze:
Copa is the leading carrier for on-time performance. Up to 94% of its flights into this hub land without being late, making it a smart choice when booking your MGA plane ticket.
MGA is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Whether you're coming in late or simply want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some great hotels near Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport. Relax and recharge at one of these after your flight to MGA:
Whether you're making your connecting flight or flying home from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport, there's a good chance you'll arrive on time. MGA is among the more punctual hubs, with up to 88% of all departing flights landing when they're supposed to.
Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport is located in Managua, Managua Department, Nicaragua.
Getting to central Managua from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA)
Central Managua is about 11 kilometres from MGA.
You'll reach the centre in around 20 minutes if you're catching a taxi or a ride-share after your flight to MGA.
Hop on public transport and you'll be there in roughly 40 minutes.
The right hotel can upgrade your whole experience. Grab a room at one of these guest-approved picks in Managua:
Managua highlights
Put these leading attractions at the top of your must-visit list after hopping off your flight to Managua:
El Malecon: Located around 5 kilometres southwest of the city centre, this landmark is the ideal place to start your sightseeing in the city.
Bicentenario Park: Take a tour of this landmark next. Around 6 kilometres northwest of the city centre, it's well worth visiting for the full Managua experience.
How to get to León from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA)
Heading for the nearby city of León? It's about 105 kilometres from MGA. Allow around 2 hours to reach the centre in a taxi or ride-share.
Travelling from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Masaya
Masaya is another city that you can easily get to from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport. It's around 21 kilometres away.
It takes 40 minutes or so to drive to Masaya.
Explore more of Nicaragua
There's plenty more of Nicaragua ready to be uncovered. About 80 kilometres northwest of Managua, take off to León. What not to miss? Start with ChocoMuseo Leon, Basilica Catedral de la Asuncion and Museo de la Revolucion.
Another city in Nicaragua that earns its place on your itinerary is Masaya. From Managua, it's around 21 kilometres south and offers top sights like Mirador al volcán Masaya y catarata and Masaya Natural Park. Swing by Mirador de la Laguna de Masaya too.
Or venture to Chinandega, about 121 kilometres northwest of Managua. Parroquia Santa Ana, Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Emperatriz de America and Volcán San Cristóbal are just a taste of what's waiting.