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How much do flights to Managua cost?

Cheapest nonstop round-trip

£483

Nonstop flights in May

£257 – £258

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

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

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience and safety

15-30 min

NIO 700–1100 (approx. USD 19–30); pre-booked service

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

comfort and reliability

25-45 min

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

varies by provider (traffic dependent)

budget travelers in groups

40-60 min

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

every 15–30 min (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

15-30 min

NIO 1100–2200 (approx. USD 30–60) per day; varies by vehicle

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility and exploration

15-35 min

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
Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International
Arrive to
Augusto C. Sandino International
Average flights per week
101
Flight distance
345 km
Worth visiting
Ometepe Island, Nicaragua

Weekly direct flights

Discover the top airlines offering direct flights from San Salvador to Managua in the next month. You’ll find the number of daily direct flights per airline in the chart.

AirlineMon 18.05Tue 19.05Wed 20.05Thu 21.05Fri 22.05Sat 23.05Sun 24.05
Avianca
3333333
Weekly flights: 21 totalDaily flights: 3 averageMost flights: Monday 3 flights
AirlineMon 25.05Tue 26.05Wed 27.05Thu 28.05Fri 29.05Sat 30.05Sun 31.05
Avianca
3333333
Weekly flights: 21 totalDaily flights: 3 averageMost flights: Monday 3 flights
AirlineMon 01.06Tue 02.06Wed 03.06Thu 04.06Fri 05.06Sat 06.06Sun 07.06
Avianca
3333333
Weekly flights: 21 totalDaily flights: 3 averageMost flights: Monday 3 flights
AirlineMon 08.06Tue 09.06Wed 10.06Thu 11.06Fri 12.06Sat 13.06Sun 14.06
Avianca
3333333
Weekly flights: 21 totalDaily flights: 3 averageMost flights: Monday 3 flights

Check-in for a flight from San Salvador to Managua

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
AviancaAVAAVNo
Copa AirlinesCMPCMYes
Sansa AirLRSRZYes
United AirlinesUALUANo

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
247
days per year

14 day forecast

Friday
22 May
37°C26°C
29 May
89%
32°C26°C
Saturday
23 May
36°C27°C
30 May
87%
32°C26°C
Sunday
24 May
89%
36°C26°C
31 May
87%
33°C26°C
Monday
25 May
35°C26°C
1 Jun
89%
33°C26°C
Tuesday
26 May
34°C26°C
2 Jun
88%
31°C26°C
Wednesday
27 May
56%
33°C25°C
3 Jun
86%
33°C25°C
Thursday
28 May
89%
32°C26°C
4 Jun
82%
34°C26°C
The distance between San Salvador and Managua is 345 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Avianca, Copa Airlines, Sansa Air, and United Airlines. San Salvador and Managua have 101 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from San Salvador to Managua?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between San Salvador and Managua takes around 0.92 hours.
What is the flight distance between San Salvador and Managua?
The flight distance between San Salvador and Managua is 345 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between San Salvador and Managua?
Several carriers operate flights between San Salvador and Managua. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Avianca.
What are the most popular routes to and from San Salvador?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as San Salvador and Roatan, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Washington, D.C., Houston, London, Coxen Hole, Vancouver, Montreal, Lima, Miami, New York, Toronto, Calgary, San José, Panama, Edmonton, Guatemala City, Bogotá, Medellín.
What are the most popular routes to and from Managua?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Managua and London, 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, Rio de Janeiro.
What airports are near San Salvador?
The main airport in San Salvador is Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International. It is also served by La Aurora International, Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International.
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 San Salvador and Managua?
Currently, you can fly between San Salvador and Managua with Avianca, Copa Airlines, Sansa Air, United Airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between San Salvador and Managua?
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