Travelling from Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA): What you need to know
Mexico City's main base, Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA).
The average time for a direct Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport flight is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Managua's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Mexico City. Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport is located in Managua.
The busiest route is from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA). You can pick from 3 direct services each week. Aeromexico operates a 8:30am departure between MEX and MGA.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Mexico City to MGA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) take off from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport with Aeromexico. This leading airline offers services from MEX.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Aeromexico between MEX and MGA.
Aeromexico ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 91.43% of services arriving on schedule.
MEX is around 13 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from MEX reach their destination on time.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
You can reach NLU from central Mexico City in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Mexico City to MGA flight at a hotel close to Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
About Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MGA instead:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week before your Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport flight.
Getting from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) to central Managua
Central Managua is around 11 kilometres from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport is R 2,934. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,696. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flights from Mexico City to MGA, book your plane ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA)
January is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA). Visit Managua in October if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Managua is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your Mexico City to MGA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Managua
Start your Managua trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. El Malecon, Laguna de Tiscapa and Bicentenario Park are must-visits when exploring Managua.
Explore more of Nicaragua
Managua has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Nicaragua you should also see. About 121 kilometres northwest of Managua, a trip to Chinandega will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Parroquia Santa Ana, Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Emperatriz de America and Volcán San Cristóbal.
Around 105 kilometres north of Managua, Estelí is another essential stop in Nicaragua. No visit is complete without checking out Catedral de Nuestra Señora del Rosario, Fábrica Joya de Nicaragua and Museo De Historia Y Arqueologia Dr. Alejandro Davila Bolaños.

