Flying from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Managua Airport (MGA): what you need to know
The timezone in Managua is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Washington DC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your DCA to MGA flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Managua Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DCA and MGA include:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Managua Airport (MGA)
Right now, R 6,842 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Managua Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,278. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from DCA to MGA, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Managua Airport.
Finding cheap flights from DCA to MGA is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Managua Airport.
Handy information about Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Of the flights that depart from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Washington Ronald Reagan Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Managua Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to DCA:
Arriving at Managua Airport (MGA)
Consider booking a hotel near MGA if you're taking a late Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Managua Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Managua Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and venture far and wide through Managua and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Managua Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Managua Airport (MGA) to central Managua
Managua Airport to central Managua has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It takes around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Managua Airport (MGA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Managua Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Managua. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Managua Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Managua, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DCA to MGA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nicaragua
You've seen Managua, now it's time to discover other parts of Nicaragua. Journey around 80 kilometres north-west to León to check off its top sights. From ChocoMuseo Leon to Basilica Catedral de la Asuncion and Museo de la Revolucion, your itinerary will be busy.
Masaya is another essential stop in Nicaragua and is around 23 kilometres south-east of Managua. No trip is complete without seeing Mirador al volcán Masaya y catarata, Masaya Natural Park and Mirador de la Laguna de Masaya.
