Travelling from Managua Airport (MGA) to Havana Airport (HAV): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Managua Airport to Havana Airport.
The timezone in Havana is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Managua.
Flights from MGA to HAV start at 20:00 — the first with Conviasa. The last departure is at 22:15 with Conviasa. In total, you can choose from three weekly Managua Airport to Havana Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your MGA to HAV flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea 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 flying during a peak period in general.
Conviasa has direct flights from Managua Airport to Havana Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Havana — and maybe even more of Cuba if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Conviasa.
Among carriers operating MGA to HAV flights, Conviasa has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Managua Airport to Havana Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MGA and HAV:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Miami International Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Handy information about Managua Airport (MGA)
88% of flights leaving Managua Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from MGA.
Managua Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Managua. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MGA? If you're catching an early flight from Managua Airport to Havana Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Havana Airport (HAV)
Stay moments from your arrivals gate if you're getting in on a late Managua Airport to Havana Airport flight. Migaby House is a good option near HAV. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Hostal Doña Amalia Cuba before travelling to your final destination.
When to fly to Havana Airport (HAV)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Managua Airport to Havana Airport. October is the most popular month to head to Havana. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Havana is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Managua Airport to Havana Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MGA to HAV in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Cuba
Camaguey is just one of the many cities in Cuba waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Havana. Around 499 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Merced, Catedral de Senora de la Candelaria and Iglesia de Santa Ana.
If there's time to check out another side of Cuba, head for Santa Clara, roughly 257 kilometres east of Havana. Che Guevara Mausoleum, Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park) are key reasons to visit.
