Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Managua Airport (MGA): what you need to know
Chicago and Managua are in the same timezone, UTC-6.
For a stress-free journey, arrive 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 ORD to MGA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of 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 all your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Managua Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ORD and MGA include:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Managua Airport (MGA)
Currently, 234 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Managua Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 365 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ORD to MGA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Managua Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ORD to MGA.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Managua Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Managua Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to ORD:
Arriving at Managua Airport (MGA)
If you're getting in on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Managua Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MGA:
Travel at your own pace with a Managua Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and experience more of Managua and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Managua Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Managua Airport (MGA)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Managua Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Managua based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Managua Airport for April if you want 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 ORD to MGA sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nicaragua
León is just one of the many cities in Nicaragua waiting to be explored after you've seen Managua. Around 80 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include ChocoMuseo Leon, Basilica Catedral de la Asuncion and Museo de la Revolucion.
Around 23 kilometres south-east of Managua, Masaya is another favourite stop in Nicaragua. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mirador al volcán Masaya y catarata, Masaya Natural Park and Mirador de la Laguna de Masaya.