Travelling from San Jose to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA): What you need to know
San Jose's main base, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from San Jose to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA).
Augusto C Sandino International Airport is located in Managua. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour ahead of San Jose.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from San Jose to MGA.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from San Jose to MGA even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find out where you can stop along the way. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is an option when leaving from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).
Travelling from central San Jose to SJC takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Jose to Augusto C Sandino International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SJC land at their destination as scheduled 84.69% of the time.
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
About 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 San Jose to Augusto C Sandino International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MGA instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Augusto C Sandino International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and discover more of Managua and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your San Jose to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Jose to Augusto C Sandino International Airport is R 3,813. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,846. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from San Jose to MGA. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest San Jose to Augusto C Sandino International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from San Jose to MGA.
Nail down a great price on a flight from San Jose to Augusto C Sandino International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from San Jose to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
February is the quietest month for flights from San Jose to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA), while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Managua based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a San Jose to MGA plane ticket departing in April if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Managua to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from San Jose to Augusto C Sandino International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Managua
Once you've booked your flight from San Jose to Augusto C Sandino International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Managua:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. El Malecon, Laguna de Tiscapa and Bicentenario Park are highlights which should feature on every Managua itinerary.
Explore more of Nicaragua
Managua has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Nicaragua waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometres north-west of Managua, a visit to Chinandega will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Iglesia San Antonio, Parque Central Chinandega and Rotonda Los Encuentros.
Around 105 kilometres north of Managua, Estelí is another essential stop in Nicaragua. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Catedral de Nuestra Señora del Rosario, Fábrica Joya de Nicaragua and Museo De Historia Y Arqueologia Dr. Alejandro Davila Bolaños.
