Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA): what you need to know
Managua is six hours behind Edinburgh and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your EDI to MGA flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
At the moment, R 8,351 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 18,191. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from EDI to MGA, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights taking off from Edinburgh Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Edinburgh Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MGA instead:
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Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Augusto C Sandino International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to central Managua
From Augusto C Sandino International Airport, Managua is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Managua in February.
The warmest month in Managua is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to MGA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nicaragua
León is just one of the many places in Nicaragua waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Managua. Around 80 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Plaza Sutiaba, Museum of Sacred Art and Museo de la Guerra.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Nicaragua, head for Masaya, about 23 kilometres south-east of Managua. La Esquina Del Arte Castellón, Mirador al volcán Masaya y catarata and Rotonda San Jeronimo are among its highlights.
