Travelling from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Managua Airport (MGA): what you need to know
The timezone in Managua is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Seattle.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SEA to MGA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Managua Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SEA and MGA include:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Managua Airport (MGA)
Currently, R 5,788 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Managua Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,890. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from SEA to MGA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Managua Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SEA to MGA.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Managua Airport.
Handy information about Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SEA touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
To get to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport from central Seattle, it takes around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near SEA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Managua Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Managua Airport (MGA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Managua Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MGA instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Managua Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and explore beyond Managua's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Managua Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Managua Airport (MGA) to central Managua
From Managua Airport, Managua is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Managua Airport (MGA)
December is the busiest month for flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Managua Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Managua in March.
Book your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Managua Airport for April if you'd like to visit Managua during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SEA to MGA sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nicaragua
You've visited Managua, now it's time to explore other corners of Nicaragua. Journey around 80 kilometres north-west to León to tick off its must-visit sights. From ChocoMuseo Leon to Basilica Catedral de la Asuncion and Museo de la Revolucion, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another great destination in Nicaragua, consider Masaya, about 23 kilometres south-east of Managua. Mirador al volcán Masaya y catarata, Masaya Natural Park and Mirador de la Laguna de Masaya are among its highlights.
