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Flight from Miami to Managua

FAQs - booking Nicaragua flights

  • What are the popular layover options between the US and Nicaragua?

    The popular layover options between the US and Nicaragua are Minneapolis, Miami, and Las Vegas. If you board a flight with a layover in Minneapolis, you’ll stop at Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), while if you board a flight with a layover in Miami, you’ll stop at Miami International Airport (MIA). If your flight has a layover in Las Vegas, you’ll stop at McCarran International Airport (LAS).

  • Are there eco-friendly airlines that offer flights from the US to Nicaragua?

    For years, Avianca Airlines has been cutting its fuel consumption, reducing its hazardous waste consumption, and complying with applicable environmental legislation. As a result, it is ranked as one of the most eco-friendly airlines in operation. With this in mind, if you’d love to fly sustainably from the US to Nicaragua, this is the airline for you.

  • Which airport should I go to if I intend to fly to other Central American countries?

    If you intend to fly to neighboring Central American countries, you should go to Augusto Cesar Sandino International Airport (MGA). Situated near the capital of the country, this airport offers numerous flights to its fellow Central American nations.

  • Can I travel nonstop from the US to Nicaragua?

    If you plan on traveling nonstop from the US to Nicaragua, you’ll have to make your way to Miami International Airport (MIA). This is because, at this airport, you’ll be able to find several direct Avianca Airlines flights that you can use to travel directly to the Central American country.

  • What pet policies are there for travel from the US to Nicaragua?

    Neither a notary public's signature nor the Nicaraguan Consulate's stamp is required on the health certificate. Animals exported with commercial lot numbers require import permission to be included. Personal pets such as dogs or cats must get quarantine permission upon arrival in Nicaragua instead of needing an import permit. The rabies vaccination certificate should accompany the health documentation. Pet transportation is subject to the rules and regulations of individual airlines and shipping companies. Ask your airline or shipping provider to find out what specifications they might have.

  • Can I rent a car at Nicaragua Airport?

    One of the best ways to get around Nicaragua is by renting a car. You'll need a major credit card and a valid driver's license if you still want to rent an automobile. The average rental company demands a 25-year-old minimum. Most significant rental car companies are based in major cities. There can be better deals from smaller Nicaraguan car rental companies. Insurance with at least 80% coverage is required for renters.

  • Can I sleep at MGA Airport?

    Although the airport in Managua is small and has few amenities, you can stay the night inside the enclosure if you have an early flight. The employees at the airport don't appear to mind if people camp overnight. Bring a sleeping bag or travel blanket for comfort since your only options for resting are hard, uncomfortable seats and the ground. Temperatures that are too cold and overall noise are frequent concerns. Nearby hotels (5 to 10 minutes walking), such as Best Western Las Mercedes Managua and Runway Hostel, provide complimentary shuttle services for peaceful sleep.

  • Which is the best airport to fly to in Nicaragua?

    Augusto Calderón Sandino International Airport in Managua is Nicaragua's primary combined civil-military public international airport. It is the most significant in the country and serves not just the city but the entire nation. Domestic and international flights serve North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. The airport is situated around 4 miles east of Managua.

  • How long is the flight to Nicaragua?

    An average nonstop flight from the United States to Nicaragua takes 9h 51m, covering a distance of 1994 miles. The most popular route is Miami - Managua with an average flight time of 2h 35m.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Nicaragua?

    The cheapest ticket to Nicaragua from the United States found in the last 72 hours was $71 one-way, and $179 round-trip. The most popular route is from Miami to Managua and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $251.

  • Which airlines fly to Nicaragua?

    Avianca, Iberia & American Airlines fly the most frequently from the United States to Nicaragua.

  • What is the most popular destination in Nicaragua?

    Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Managua (100% of total searches to Nicaragua).

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

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Nicaragua

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Nicaragua? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Nicaragua for the following prices or less: From Fort Lauderdale $148, from Miami $244, from Houston George Bush Intcntl $852
  • Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be January, November and December. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is April.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Nicaragua flight deals.
  • Suppose you’d like to land at a Nicaraguan airport where you can easily find domestic flights. In that case, you should board a flight from the US that lands at Augusto Cesar Sandino International Airport (MGA). The largest airport in the city, this transportation hub offers flights to all regions in Nicaragua.
  • If you plan to tour Nicaragua for less than 90 days, you only need to present your passport and tourist card to be allowed to pass airport security. However, if you intend to stay in the country for more than 90 days, you must have a passport, tourist card, and visa.
  • In Nicaragua, children under 12 must be fitted in appropriate child seats when traveling in a car. Thus, if you plan on traveling with a kid younger than 12 years, you should carry his/her child seat.
  • On the date you’re scheduled to fly to Nicaragua from the US, you should reach the airport you’re supposed to depart from at least a couple of hours before your flight is scheduled to leave. This way, you’ll have more than enough time to be cleared for your journey.
  • Augusto Cesar Sandino International Airport (MGA) is the airport where most flights to Nicaragua land. If you land at this airport, you’ll be able to catch your breath, eat, and use the restrooms. This is because it features amenities like a spacious arrival lounge, an onsite restaurant, and clean, well-maintained, and accessible washrooms.
  • Suppose you look for a lounge at Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA). In that case, Sala VIP is the sole Lounge that you can access by making a cash payment at the door, regardless of the level of service you are traveling. It is located on the second floor, airside.
  • If you are visiting east of the Atlantic Coast of Nicaragua, consider flying into The Corn Island Airport (RNI), located at the center of that island. Only the airline La Costea now uses it for charter flights (aerotaxis) and regularly scheduled flights three times a day.
  • Managua (MGA) / Augusto C. Sandino International Airport is the largest airport in Nicaragua and offers flights to 11 cities in five different countries. The primary international entry point for Nicaragua is Augusto C. Sandino International Airport.
  • There are one-stop flights to Nicaragua. Avianca airline is the only airline that offers one-stop flights from the US via El Salvador International Airport (SAL). The one-stop flights might be considered by those who find the distance to be long, and one needs to stop to rest for a while. You'll find these flights from New York (JFK) and San Francisco (SFO) to MNGA.
  • If you want to get to the city center from MGA, every 15 minutes, bus route 266 travels to the city, which is the most affordable way. There are taxi ranks outside the building. Traveling to the city center takes roughly 20 minutes, which is the fastest way.
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Top 5 airlines flying to Nicaragua

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from the United States to Nicaragua? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Copa AirlinesOverall score based on 1735 reviews
7.0Food
7.9Boarding
7.5Comfort
8.2Crew
7.0Entertainment
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Boarding groups were called up in Spanish only. Luckily I know some of the language. They gave out grilled cheese sandwiches and a cup of fruit. I was very disappointed. I could only eat the cup of fruit because the only other option was vanilla pudding. The entertainment system and seating were great though.

4.0 OkayAlonda, Dec 2024IAD - PTY
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Boarding groups were called up in Spanish only. Luckily I know some of the language. They gave out grilled cheese sandwiches and a cup of fruit. I was very disappointed. I could only eat the cup of fruit because the only other option was vanilla pudding. The entertainment system and seating were great though.

Everything was smooth and crew was very polite and friendly.

The flight was 6 hours delayed due to equipment problems, I had to spend my night in the airport terminal in tight quarters. A bag of chips was all they offered, Then I missed my connecting flight and waited another 2 hours. All in all that trip took me almost one day.

it was great! Boarded on-time, reasonable leg room, pleasant staff, decent food. The only thing is we were directed to Terminal 2 when the gate was actually in Terminal 1. Smooth ride. Landed early. Got off plane easily and quickly.

I like that they served a mail, I’m not sure about the in-flight entertainment. I didn’t really check. staff helped me with my luggage. Smooth boarding smooth takeoff smooth flight

Copa definitely offers better service and price than other airlines.

I was supposed to have a lay flat seat but they switched planes and there was only a chair

Copa delayed the fight three times. We ended up flying about 24 hours after the original time.

Food was not good, no options for vegetarian or gluten free

This airline doesn’t five and dime you for everything. I do think that a checked bag should be included in every fare.

horrible website for checking in- no option just to write the passport number; ludicrous

The planes are so dirty! Food crumbs and finger print smudges, Dust over the vents and carpet stains. It’s disgusting.

Everything good until we waited for jet bridge at SFO. Then pilot gets on speaker & said it won’t reach plane- too short, need to go to different gate. Then 5 min later, adjusted plane/jetbridge & all ok?!?

Nothing, whole flight was a nightmare, was forced to check my carryon bag at the gate, staff was rude and unprofessional

David went above and beyond to make our flight the best that it could be

Was a pain having to leave the plane and reboard but glad the plane was fixed

How badly can you screw up baggage claim? We were told to go to baggage claim too for our bags from this flight. Another flights bags were there. They finished up. More bags from a different flight arrived. Our bags did not Finally the baggage claim belt stopped working and and are flight was still listed on the arrivals for that baggage claim 2. And then nothing It turns out that they had been delivered not only the United baggage claim but far away on a Delta baggage claim No I never told us. It was only the people looking around who had been on the flight But I’m sure there was plenty of time for the employees to raffle through the bags and steal whatever they wanted

The bag drop personal were not helpful. There was no food on the flight. Boeing aircraft, lousy as always. Everything else was fine.

We had to wait almost an hour for the wheelchair porter to be ready to pick up my mother. And when she arrived in Newark airport the porter was not there and she started walking with her cane and her poor mobility. When the Newark porter found her they didn't want to transfer her bags to the wheelchair for her.

I was forced to check my carry-on backpack despite there being space - but it came out on the baggage carousel so fast it didn't even delay my pickup. Otherwise a good flight. Boarding began early (which was disadvantageous for me) but fine.

The seat could not recline. This was not indicated as such when I paid for the seat. So itvwad not the most comfortable ride. At boarding, the staff could have more pleasant even though it may be an intense time.

The seat could not recline. This was not indicated as such when I paid for the seat. So itvwad not the most comfortable ride.

The meals were mediocre and the alcohol selection was poor.

The meals were mediocre and the alcohol selection was poor. I enjoyed the selection of movies and other entertainment.

I chatted with the captain before the flight, and similarly during the welcome announcement, he warned of a turbulent flight that may impact the in-flight service. However, once at altitude, he announced that the weather changed and he immediately turned off the seatbelt sign. But it appeared the cabin crew had already decided to take off this flight. They remained seated and then just chatted in the galley. The flight was fully catered, but only first class received service.

they should make XXL people buy two seats. sitting next to a person that was half on my seat and could not even buckle the seat belt, so I had to lean in the isle the whole trip.

The flight left a bit late, but arrived close to time expected…With the flight being close to full the crew did well serving drinks to all in a very timely fashion. The flight was a pleasure…

The gate changed over 6 times in the 4 hours before this flight having us walking all over and back again. The agent told me that the American app and the airport monitors are not reliable and I should Google the flight number for accurate flight information! Shocking tip but the gate still kept changing anyway and then the flight was delayed an hour because of another maintenance issue. Not a great experience.

Multiple maintenance delays and the missed and rebooked connection changed gates at least 6 times including one which had us walking 20 minutes to another terminal and then back again. Seated our family of three in different middle seats throughout the plane and then there was an empty seat next to me. Very long travel day which I would have never agreed to if I knew the itinerary would be changed at 5 am, 2 hours before takeoff.

Promised lounge access, gate agent didn't allow us entry.

We were not aware carry-on bags cost extra until we arrived at the airport so, we were charged $240.00 for two small carry- on bags! There was a substantial fee for drinks and snacks. No wifi, or other entertainment was available. Waiting areas were crowded and uncomfortable.

So so, you feel like you have to pay for everything each time

I enjoyed it! In that case, I should have been offered this choice. On my first trip to Miami, I was asked to pay $320 for my luggage just for getting it totally broken. I cannot accept this situation at all!!!!

My whole return flight itinerary, 3 flights, got canceled without any warning to me because I missed one of the earlier flights 3 weeks ago

They charged me $120 to check one bag and then charged me another $120 for a carryon. Ridiculous!

I was surprised that they didn’t offer drinks at least even though it was an international flight.

Avíanca now has cero entertainment, food and even water for their travels in economy. We spend all 6 or more hours ignored or we are offered products to buy using only credit card .

Charging for WATER on a SIX hour flight in repugnant. Enough said!

$120 for a carry on bag !!!!!! Insane. Back-breaking seats. Do not recline. Food service is a disgrace. They give only water and a salty snack. Everything else has a price.

Our flight from BOS - BOG was delayed 10 hours because they were waiting for a Flight attendant to fly from Miami. They lied and said they would give us food and hotel. That was a straight Lie! It never came! We were in the airport for 13 hours with Two babies. We were on the plane 7 more Hours. When we asked to get diapers from our checked luggage, Jorge in Boston told my wife she should have planned better. Meanwhile, the 10 Avianca Employees Sat there and did nothing for 13 hours. Yes, we planned for 10 hours with the wait and the flight, not 20 hours JORGE! If this was an American company we would have got a refund! But they are not up to American standards. The kicker is they apparently needed the 3rd stewardess to serve the food. Guess what? It was 4AM when they tried to serve the FOOD! Everybody was asleep by then! Ridiculous! Never Again!

Lost MacBook, had time to retrieve, but was told I had no time. Need Silver MacBook back

It’s ridiculous to pay for carry-on luggage. I also wasn’t given an option to specify I have carry on bag at time of ticket purchase. I also could not specify I have carry on luggage at time of online check-in.

I’ve now flown Spirit a few times and while the general perception of Spirit I feel is poor, I’ve had a great experience each time. They do charge extra for everything but you should know that going in

The people were wonderful, but I hated the way they over charged for luggage, especially for stops which were charged the same as starting point to final destination.

Horrible I paid for extra for better seats. At time of checking my seats were sold to someone else. I need a refund and more for my bad experience

First time flying Spirit and I was pleasantly surprised. Service was as advertised. Crew were very professional and friendly and excellent in dealing with a customer who felt ill on the flight.

Delayed fight LAS to LAX. OK, fog in LA, not your fault. But all your staff, onboard in in lounge, speak so fast, enunciate so poorly and often have a accent that it is impossible to understanding anything they are saying.

Very mean staff. No entertainment.. No WiFi, a baby cried for over 3 hours no staff offer to assist. My son $500 computer screen got damaged under the plane due to force check in of my bag. TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE!

Nothing I liked. Seats uncomfortable child behind kicking my seat entire flight. Delayed. Couldn't get free glass of water

I did not fly Spirit. Connie fraudulently used my email to book her flight. I do not know Connie!

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