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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Managua (SFO-MGA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Managua that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Managua

Fri, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 7
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11:00 pm - 3:55 pmSFO-MGA
15h 55m2 stops
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4:50 pm - 11:55 pmMGA-SFO
8h 05m1 stop
Mon, Sep 29 - Sun, Oct 12
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11:48 am - 8:20 amSFO-MGA
19h 32m2 stops
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5:25 am - 12:35 pmMGA-SFO
8h 10m1 stop
Sat, Sep 27 - Wed, Oct 8
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6:53 pm - 10:30 amSFO-MGA
14h 37m2 stops
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5:25 am - 12:35 pmMGA-SFO
8h 10m1 stop
Sun, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 23
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6:00 am - 11:25 pmSFO-MGA
16h 25m2 stops
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4:50 pm - 11:55 pmMGA-SFO
8h 05m1 stop
Thu, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 11
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2:20 pm - 11:25 pmSFO-MGA
8h 05m1 stop
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4:50 pm - 11:55 pmMGA-SFO
8h 05m1 stop
$562Avianca
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Sat, Oct 18 - Thu, Oct 23
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12:05 am - 8:20 amSFO-MGA
7h 15m1 stop
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4:50 pm - 11:55 pmMGA-SFO
8h 05m1 stop
$567Avianca
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Sun, Jan 11 - Fri, Feb 6
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8:00 am - 10:45 amSFO-MGA
24h 45m2 stops
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5:20 am - 12:00 pmMGA-SFO
8h 40m1 stop
Wed, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 12
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8:45 am - 11:25 pmSFO-MGA
13h 40m2 stops
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5:25 am - 12:35 pmMGA-SFO
8h 10m1 stop
Sun, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 20
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12:05 am - 8:20 amSFO-MGA
7h 15m1 stop
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7:10 pm - 12:35 pmMGA-SFO
18h 25m1 stop
$572Avianca
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Fri, Jan 9 - Fri, Mar 20
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11:10 pm - 10:45 amSFO-MGA
9h 35m1 stop
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5:20 am - 1:00 pmMGA-SFO
8h 40m1 stop
$574Avianca
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When to book
2 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 10% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 22% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheapest round-trip
$538
Typical prices: $542-697
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Fri 10/3Tue 10/7
SFO - MGA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$193
Typical prices: $312-745
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Sun 12/7
SFO - MGA • 2 stops
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Managua flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Managua to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Managua?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Managua?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Managua clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Managua on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Friday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Managua?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Managua, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Managua is May, where tickets cost $484 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $939 and $692 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Managua?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Managua, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Managua, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$193
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 52% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Managua

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Managua based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Managua

  • Are there any parking facilities at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    SFO offers a variety of parking alternatives, including hourly and daily parking as well as short and long-term parking. The Domestic Garage in the heart of SFO provides short-term parking, while the International Parking Garages in front of the International Terminal provide hourly and daily parking. Long-term parking is available at 801 South Airport Boulevard.

  • Do hotels in Managua offer shuttle services from Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA)?

    Yes. Several Managua hotels provide shuttle services to and from Augusto C. Sandino International Airport. Guests from the airport can reserve rooms at Best Western Las Mercedes Airport close to the airport, which offers complimentary shuttles. Alternatively, Airport Inn Managua and Airport X Managua are budget-friendly options with shuttle services.

  • What are transport options from MGA to Managua?

    Local buses are a pocket-friendly way to get downtown but are also congested. Bus services from Managua Airport Station are serviced by Buses Publicos Nicaragua and stop at Managua Mercado Roberto Huembes. Alternatively, get recommendations from the airport employees if you wish to take a taxi. Independent taxi drivers can be pushy and charge substantially higher rates to visitors.

  • Does San Francisco Airport offer facilities for special needs passengers?

    Yes. SFO has resources for impaired passengers. The airport has allocated accessible parking spaces near elevator lobbies in its parking garages. There is also a visual paging system and accessible restrooms around the airport terminals. Curb ramps are located in all airport public areas for more effortless mobility. Request a wheelchair when booking your flight.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Managua?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Managua was $193 for a one-way ticket and $538 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Managua?

    A passport is required to fly from San Francisco to Managua.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Managua?

    When flying out of San Francisco you will be using San Francisco. You will be landing at Managua, also known as Managua Augusto C Sandino.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Managua?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Managua?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and Managua.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Managua from San Francisco?

    San Salvador is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Managua.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Managua, Copa Airlines or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Managua are Copa Airlines and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $516 and an overall rating of 7.6, Copa Airlines is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $670 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Managua?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Managua.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Managua?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Managua from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Managua?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Managua with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and MGA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Managua?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Managua from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Managua

  • Travelers in economy class pay to utilize the first-class lounge to unwind when they arrive at Augusto C. Sandino Airport (MGA). The Sala VIP lounge area on Floor 2 has amenities like televisions and free Wi-Fi. The admission charge includes a complimentary drink for children aged twelve and under or two drinks for grownups. The VIP lounge requires a 6h reservation.
  • If you wish to explore Managua on your terms, be sure to drop by the car rental agency kiosks at the Arrivals Hall of MGA. Agencies present at the airport include Avis, Budget, Alamo, and SIXT. They offer rental cars ranging from SUVs and luxury cars to economy cars.
  • Do you wish you could have brought your pet with you? Don't worry if you need some love from a furry buddy; the Wag Brigade is awaiting you in Terminal 3 of San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The Wag Brigade is a squad of therapy pups and handlers who will help you de-stress before your trip to Managua. The Wag Brigade is accessible Monday through Friday and may be spotted near the check-in counters and boarding area.
  • Catch up with your business project at the TripTel Business Center in San Francisco International Airport's International Terminal, Main Hall. The center offers amenities such as mobile phone rentals, internet access, and fax and copying services for the convenience of a business traveler.
  • SFO features Kids' Spots around the terminals to create a fun and interactive environment for children before their flights. One can be found close to Gate F18, post-security. Self-guided tours are also available in the International Terminal and Terminals 2 and 3.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from San Francisco to Managua

 
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7.6
Copa AirlinesOverall score based on 1531 reviews
7.4Comfort
8.1Crew
6.8Entertainment
7.8Boarding
6.8Food
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The flighr attandants were very rude they ignored me didnt offer me anything to drink throughoit the 4 hour flight i feel i was targeted and ignored because i was a darkskin latino man.

2.0 MediocreJohnnie, Jul 2025CTG - PTY
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The flighr attandants were very rude they ignored me didnt offer me anything to drink throughoit the 4 hour flight i feel i was targeted and ignored because i was a darkskin latino man.

I selected first class expecting excetional service. It was mediocre at best. The food service was cold, meal choices was poor and on one leg they did provide dessert. I did enjoy the lay day seat but the movies were old and nothing current. Boarding the plane is always hot. So boarding is quite warm until your in the air. I took a small personal air fan. Update the meals and movies.

Very happy with my flight. I would definitely recommend it.

Did upgrade, travel in business it was great (more room I could sleep)

Seats not reclining, no vegetarian food option, no snacks. 7.5 hr flight should have been more comfortable. Luggage limits are unusually small. Will never fly Copa again and will tell friends and family to avoid this airline.

It was ok. However, the food was quite poor since I don't eat pasta.

Placed us in the last rear row of the plane so could not recline seats because of the rear wall, and also made it more of a tight space when the passenger in front reclined their seat. While understand seat assignments, every passenger should be afforded a reclining seat. The odor control scent from the restrooms was overwhelming strong. My wife and I could not deal with it, and she suffered a terrible headache as a result. I kept getting hit by the crew since I was on the ilse seat. No apologies, nothing. They made me feel like I was supposed to take the beating for a 3 hr flight.

There was no individual at the front check in when I arrived. I waited for at least 15 minutes and walked around asking security/janitors if they could help and they did not have a solution. So I had to take my checked bag through security and they threw away some of my items. I ended up making it to the gate only a few minutes before it closed due to my waiting for an agent at check in.

My flight delayed and i misss the connection they send me to orlando no to tampa i have to pay a uber to my house

It would have been better if they don't separate families in seating. We were seated in the aile row in the middle of a family of four. It would have been better if they they seat the family of four together than separated.

We had to deboard 2 times due to maintenance issues. They changed the plane, and then we got deviated to LAX due to maibtenance issues on the other plane, had to sleep at LAX and los a full day.

From the first moment you interact with United Airlines, you can expect nothing less but extreme frustration. The baggage handler at the bag drop seems completely unbothered by the presence of customers waiting in line. No help was extended to load the baggage whatsoever. And if any of your bags is overweight by 0.01 pound they will make you re-distribute everything in your suitcase just to play power trip. When it was time to board no help was extended to customers to locate their seats. Moreover. It was a chaotic mess at the gate when it was unclear who should board first and everyone just bunched up, trying to get on the plane. I am sure the crew was doing their best to perform their jobs while being paid their wages however it shouldn’t be that hard to smile once or twice when you’re in the business if serving customers. It is a shame for the United States of America to have a flagship carrier of such low caliber. Our flight was also delayed by about an hour and a half due to further delays prior to our inbound flight. Being someone who has travelled for both business and leisure in Asia, Europe, and South America I have never experienced such poor quality of service.

The pilots were late and it made us 1 hour late. The meat was tough and bok choy was also tough.

Stuck on tarmac for two hours plus a 5.5 hour flight. Rude flight attendant. And no meals, not even for purchase!

I learned that seating towards the end of plane that a line forms for the restroom and people use your chair as a hand railing, bumping your seat consistently. I was seated in the aisle. I think that next time if I am towards the back row I would want to sit in the middle or window seat.

The best airline I have ever travel , really good customer service, attention and service !!

Everything was great. Only thing that could’ve made it better was buy on board options for hot food, but the snacks were decent. The flight attendants were great. I had no complaints. I was able to make it to my destination safely

Horrific. They missed my connecting flight to San Diego. I didn’t get there until Monday at 9am when I had a mandatory court settlement conference scheduled at 6am since we had parties on the east coast. This caused many issues. All because United apparently forgot to hold the doors open until my flight landed that only had a 10 minute delay. This was the last flight to Southern California. So I couldn’t even rent a car to finish the trip. United cannot be trusted when traveling on specific days and times since weather didn’t have anything to do with the delays.

Very comfortable (upgraded to business class). The audio on my screen didn’t work, but I managed to play the audio through my phone while watching the screen.

Flight was late as pilot crew had to land at different airport in their previous flight. Passengers boarded and had to wait for pilots inside plane. Series of incomplete and unnecessary announcements by an annoying voice, rather than complete, informative announcements.

The entertainment package was vast and the selections were very current. Keep updating it was great.

The seat was so hard my tailbone was aching The crew was kind of a b**** because I made a joke that I didn't care if they close the door I total c*** when she was trying to f****** act like she was mad at me because I said that The flight was bumpy. Sure you didnt have control over that.

4 hours late, including over +1 hour waiting in plane to take off. Baggage left behind too.

While waiting to claim my checked luggage, I discovered the airline had lost it. After a long wait and inquiries, I discovered it was on another flight. Fortunately, the airline finally sent my luggage home.

Was not able to watch most shows on the entertainment site. They would not load

Our flight was 1.5 hours delayed. There was no weather for the inbound flight, so I don't understand why. This meant a VERY late arrival and only a quick nap before my morning flight.

Delayed flight, so I switched fights to SFO to Phoenix , Phoenix to DSM. Excellent service through American Airlines

AA re-routed flight from HNL to LAX due to delay. My group of 3 with reserved seats in row 9 was broken up, with one assigned to a middle seat, another in the last row of the plane. Not happy. No explanation to the delay. No apologies. No compensation. Would have been nice to be offered an Admiral Club admission or a voucher for the extra 3 hours of layover in LAX. Could not hear the boarding gate announcements in LAX. Adjacent gate was boarding at the same time. Loud speakers were competing against each other. Barely made my boarding group.

Almost a 6 hour flight and the only food option is a cheese plate… and chips. Also how is it there are no options for texting on American. I’ll be going back to delta and united.

Bad food, small seats that didn’t recline. I thought I was buying a quantas ticket so I feel like I got scammed

Boarding, crew were excellent, food was ok and entertainment need to improve

Luggage lost and nowhere to be found, no response from either airline regarding my bag

The seats were uncomfortable and barely reclined at all. Very little leg room despite being business class. The crew was friendly and the food was good. Had to use my own phone for in-flight entertainment.

No food, terms when selling are not clear. To pricy for the service in general

Boarding was excessively slow. They do it by groups in a way that it doesn’t make sense. After business class , ppl that need assistance and any other priority group they should have ppl board from the back to the front. First rows 20+. Then 15+. Then 10, etc. having ppl sitting in the back board last makes no sense. The libe backame long as soon as ppl on rows 10 or so where told to board. The line went all the way up the ramp and tunnel for 25 mins.

Seats are very tight even in Plus, no complimentary snacks or beverage

The chicken that was served in business class was cold!

Late departure. When the flight arrived in Medellin the plane sat at the gate for 20 minutes waiting for a bus for us to get off the plane.

I receive a service for what I pay, so it is fair.

A few years ago long flights 6 hours or so used to have video screens and they offered ear phones. The food cart used to come and drinks. Now absolutely nothing. Avianca is as bad as Spirit Airlines. Avianca will now be my last choice when booking my next flight.

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