Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Managua Airport (MGA): what you need to know
Managua's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Managua two hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LAX to MGA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Managua Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LAX and MGA include:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Miami International Airport
San Salvador Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Managua Airport (MGA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Managua Airport flight is 254 €. A return fare right now is 490 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LAX to MGA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Managua Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from LAX to MGA.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Managua Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from LAX land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near LAX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Managua Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Managua Airport (MGA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Managua Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MGA instead:
Grab a Managua Airport rental car and explore Managua and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Enterprise are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Managua Airport about one week before your departure date.
When to fly to Managua Airport (MGA)
December is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Managua Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Managua in March.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Managua Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Managua, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LAX to MGA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nicaragua
León is just one of the many cities in Nicaragua waiting to be explored after you've experienced Managua. Around 80 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including ChocoMuseo Leon, Basilica Catedral de la Asuncion and Museo de la Revolucion.
If you're ready to explore 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 highlights.