Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Managua from £285

Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Managua from £285

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3 stops
Tue, Mar 3
Rio de Janeiro GIGManagua MGA
£285
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3 stops
Mon, Mar 9
Rio de Janeiro GIGManagua MGA
£292
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3 stops
Tue, Mar 3
Rio de Janeiro GIGManagua MGA
£299
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3 stops
Mon, Mar 9
Rio de Janeiro GIGManagua MGA
£301
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3 stops
Mon, Mar 9
Rio de Janeiro GIGManagua MGA
£305
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3 stops
Fri, Mar 6
Rio de Janeiro GIGManagua MGA
£319
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3 stops
Tue, Mar 3 – Sun, Mar 8
Rio de Janeiro GIGManagua MGA
£583
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Tue, Mar 3 – Fri, Mar 6
Rio de Janeiro GIGManagua MGA
£586
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3 stops
Tue, Mar 3 – Sun, Mar 8
Rio de Janeiro GIGManagua MGA
£596
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3 stops
Thu, Mar 5 – Sun, Mar 8
Rio de Janeiro GIGManagua MGA
£609
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3 stops
Thu, Mar 5 – Sun, Mar 8
Rio de Janeiro GIGManagua MGA
£614
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Mon, Mar 9 – Sat, Mar 14
Rio de Janeiro GIGManagua MGA
£679
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How much do flights to Managua cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£285

Cheapest round-trip

£583

Average round-trip

£706

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Avianca

Getting from Managua airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or private transfer. Best value: public bus or shared shuttle.

Managua, the capital of Nicaragua, is served by Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA), located approximately 11 km east of the city center. This airport handles all major international and domestic flights to the country. For travelers seeking airport transfers to city center destinations, options include taxis, private transfers, shared shuttles, rental cars, and public buses. Journey times and costs vary depending on traffic conditions and your final destination within the city.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

15-30 min

C$400-C$600 (NIO 400–600 (approx. USD 11–16); fixed rate to city center)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience and safety

15-30 min

C$700-C$1,100 (NIO 700–1100 (approx. USD 19–30); pre-booked service)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

comfort and reliability

25-45 min

C$180-C$350 (NIO 180–350 (approx. USD 5–10); shared with other passengers)

varies by provider (traffic dependent)

budget travelers in groups

40-60 min

C$5-C$10 (NIO 5–10 (approx. USD 0.15–0.30); exact change required)

every 15–30 min (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

15-30 min

C$1,100-C$2,200 (NIO 1100–2200 (approx. USD 30–60) per day; varies by vehicle)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility and exploration

15-35 min

C$250-C$450 (NIO 250–450 (approx. USD 7–12); price negotiated via app)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

app-based convenience

Notes:

  • Prices in NIO (Nicaraguan Córdoba); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Official airport taxis operate from designated stands outside the terminal and offer fixed rates to common destinations.
  • Public buses may be crowded and are not recommended for travelers with large luggage.
  • Road conditions and traffic in Managua can significantly affect journey times, especially during rush hours.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Managua

Depart from
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International
Arrive to
Augusto C. Sandino International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Ometepe Island, Nicaragua

Check-in for a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Managua

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
AviancaAVAAVNo
Copa AirlinesCMPCMYes
LATAM AirlinesLANLAYes
AzulAZUADYes
Gol Transportes AéreosGLOG3Yes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Managua

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January31°C22°C
February33°C22°C
March34°C23°C
April35°C24°C
May33°C25°C
June30°C24°C
July31°C24°C
August31°C23°C
September31°C23°C
October29°C23°C
November29°C22°C
December30°C22°C
Hottest Month
35°C
April
Coldest month
22°C
January
Sunny days
246
days per year

14 day forecast

Friday
13 Feb
34°C22°C
20 Feb
33°C22°C
Saturday
14 Feb
33°C19°C
21 Feb
34°C23°C
Sunday
15 Feb
33°C21°C
22 Feb
35°C22°C
Monday
16 Feb
34°C22°C
23 Feb
35°C21°C
Tuesday
17 Feb
35°C23°C
24 Feb
35°C24°C
Wednesday
18 Feb
34°C23°C
25 Feb
34°C23°C
Thursday
19 Feb
34°C22°C
26 Feb
35°C23°C
Travelers usually depart from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International, Santos Dumont, or Jacarepaguá Airport when they travel from Rio de Janeiro to Managua. The most popular airlines for this route are Avianca, Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines, Azul, and Gol Transportes Aéreos. Rio de Janeiro and Managua have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Rio de Janeiro?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, London, Salvador, Foz do Iguaçu, Florianópolis, Buenos Aires, Manaus, Recife, Manchester, Fortaleza, Belo Horizonte, Lisbon, Porto Alegre, Medellín, Brasília, Porto Seguro, Santiago de Chile, Edinburgh, Montevideo, Toronto.
What are the most popular routes to and from Managua?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Managua and London, San Salvador, Punta Cana, Guatemala City, Miami, Bogotá, Panama, Manchester, Madrid, Montreal, Lima, San José, São Paulo, Toronto, Casablanca, Quito, Guayaquil, Santo Domingo, Houston, Lower Prince's Quarter.
Which airports are there in Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is mainly served by Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International. But there are other airports nearby, including Santos Dumont, Jacarepaguá Airport.
What airports are near Rio de Janeiro?
The main airport in Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International. It is also served by Cabo Frio International, Zona da Mata Regional.
What airports are near Managua?
The main airport in Managua is Augusto C. Sandino International. It is also served by Augusto C. Sandino International, Daniel Oduber Quirós International.
Which airlines fly between Rio de Janeiro and Managua?
Currently, you can fly between Rio de Janeiro and Managua with Avianca, Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines, Azul, Gol Transportes Aéreos.
When’s the best time to travel between Rio de Janeiro and Managua?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Rio de Janeiro and Managua, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Rio de Janeiro and Managua?
Traveling between Rio de Janeiro and Managua, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Rio de Janeiro?
There are a number of airports in and around Rio de Janeiro. The main one is Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International and other nearby airports include Cabo Frio International, Zona da Mata Regional
How many airports are there near Managua?
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