Flying from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is two hours ahead of Managua, where Augusto C Sandino International Airport is located. Ottawa runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MGA to Ottawa flight.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Finding a plane ticket from MGA to Ottawa with a stopover is easy. Whether you'd like to potentially save cash on your fare or discover a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A top stop on this route is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
MGA is about 8 kilometres from central Managua. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near MGA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Ottawa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Augusto C Sandino International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 86.1% of flights that depart MGA land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Ottawa
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Ottawa flight is 255 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 621 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from MGA to Ottawa if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Ottawa throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Snag an affordable flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Ottawa with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Stay moments from where you land if you're coming in on a late flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is one option near YND. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before heading to your final destination.
Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore corners of Ottawa that most visitors tend to miss. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
Increase the odds of snagging a great deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from MGA to Ottawa is a smart idea.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. Once you've disembarked your flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near YOW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your MGA to Ottawa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at YOW will help you save.
You'll find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Ottawa during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in an Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MGA to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Ottawa right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Ottawa:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are a couple of top attractions to put on your Ottawa must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another essential stop in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without experiencing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
