Flying from Sao Paulo to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA): What you need to know
Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport is located in Managua. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is three hours behind Sao Paulo.
To ensure you catch your flight from Sao Paulo to MGA, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Sao Paulo to MGA departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sao Paulo to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
CGH is about 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to MGA flight:
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance of 75%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
The journey time to VCP from the centre of Sao Paulo is around 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 97 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Viracopos-Campinas International Airport and get to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive without delays. At VCP, that rate is 74%.
About Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA)
Reserve a hotel close to MGA if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Sao Paulo to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport flight.
Getting from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) to central Managua
From Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport, central Managua is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA)
Currently, 336 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 580 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to MGA. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Sao Paulo to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Find an affordable flight from Sao Paulo to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Sao Paulo to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA). January is the peak month for travel to Managua. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in October.
Before locking in your Sao Paulo to MGA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. April is the warmest month in Managua, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Managua
Start your Managua trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Managua wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that should be on your list include El Malecon, Laguna de Tiscapa and Bicentenario Park.
Explore more of Nicaragua
Managua has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Nicaragua just waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometres northwest of Managua, a trip to Chinandega will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Parroquia Santa Ana, Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Emperatriz de America and Volcán San Cristóbal.
Estelí is another well-known destination in Nicaragua and is around 105 kilometres north of Managua. No trip is complete without seeing Catedral de Nuestra Señora del Rosario, Fábrica Joya de Nicaragua and Museo De Historia Y Arqueologia Dr. Alejandro Davila Bolaños.