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Flight from Newark Liberty Airport 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).

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 55m, covering a distance of 2027 miles. The most popular route is Miami - Managua with an average flight time of 2h 40m.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Nicaragua?

    The cheapest ticket to Nicaragua from the United States found in the last 72 hours was $46 one-way, and $146 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 $146.

  • Which airlines fly to Nicaragua?

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

  • How does KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy?

    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 tickets to Nicaragua for the following prices or less: From Fort Lauderdale $49 one-way - $151 round-trip, from Miami $76 one-way - $195 round-trip
  • 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 October.
  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 KAYAK reviews.
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AviancaOverall score based on 13323 reviews
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74food
79comfort
79entertainment
Airline reviews

Flight departure late. Got late in Colombia making us take a different flight next day. Avianca airport crew messed up my ticket so when a I got in Brazil I didn’t have a ticket for my destination. Had to buy a new ticket out of my pocket.

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Flight departure late. Got late in Colombia making us take a different flight next day. Avianca airport crew messed up my ticket so when a I got in Brazil I didn’t have a ticket for my destination. Had to buy a new ticket out of my pocket.

Pros: "Crew was professional."
Cons: "After confirming $100 bag fees for surfboard by phone, I was charged $169 at the airport. The cool air vents did not seem to work till an hour into the flight. It was the hottest taxi and first hour flight in my memory."
Pros: "I like this flight very smooth no worry what so ever I will flight again"
Pros: "The flight was short, but maybe a coffee and cookie service. Our flight was early and didn't have a chance to get breakfast."
Cons: "They had to switch my flight because the original flight was delayed. They split my friend and I even though we originally had seats next to each other."
Pros: "There was no food for Service nor food for purchase"
Cons: "Options to purchase food"
Pros: "We never too this flight as Avianca cancelled our original flight. Your partner in Airfare.com was absolutely zero help in helping us resolve the issue. They told me I had to contact Avianca directly to resolve the matter. The only flights they had available were on different days."
Cons: "I am still trying to get a refund from the airline for a flight that they knew I was never going to take. I will never use any sort of third-party service for booking anything again. What is the point using it if it will be zero help when I did not cause the changes that occurred??"
Cons: "Avianca revised my itinerary 7 times while I was trying to enjoy my vacation generating severe stress to the point where I could not sleep or eat properly. I spent over 150mins of my once in a lifetime Galápagos vacation dealing w/ Avianca’s useless customer service over the phone trying to resolve"
Pros: "My seatmate was the only good thing on this flight."
Cons: "Boarding left a majority of passengers standing on the ramp for 10+ minutes. Business boarding seems non-existent. Lavatory had no facial tissue and ran out of tp. Service was meh. Hand towels were heated up wet wipes. Hardware was ancient. Enforcing safety rules was not a priority."
Cons: "There was no entertainment option. There were no screens or charging stations on the seats and my earphone plug did not work to watch the movie playing on the common screen, which was very small and hard to view."
Pros: "The boarding process was really fast, the inflight service was good."
Cons: "The entertainment system was not good and didn’t offer headphones."

Sería bueno informar que el vuelo es de bajo costo y saber que hay que pagar a bordo para conseguir algo de comida.

Cons: "Kayak customer service was horrible ,I attempted to change flight time Kayak was not existent wait time were over an hours . Once you book a flight with Kayak your are on your own ."
Pros: "Amabilidad y atención del personal Asientos cómodos Desayuno"
Cons: "No me gustó la película, pudo ser algo que interese a más personas"
Cons: "Schedule of flight was not true. I waited for too long to aboard my second leg."
Pros: "The crew was good. The service is way better than American airlines flights"
Pros: "Unfortunately, didn't realize row behind us was an emergency row and could not recline our seats - made for a fitful and uncomfortable sleep. Changed our seats for our return."
Cons: "food was terrible."
Pros: "flight was comfortable"
Cons: "my bags were opened by the bag handlers in Asuncion and not security!"
Pros: "We boarded on time and left before the scheduled time, also arrived before the expected time. The crew was a little above the nice level."
Cons: "The seats are not meant for a 6'4 person."
Pros: "Nothing, everything was dirty, bathrooms looked like havent been cleaned in months. Seats are super old and if you have some back discomfort - DO NOT USE THIS AIRLINE."
Cons: "Nothing, everything was dirty, bathrooms looked like havent been cleaned in months. Seats are super old and if you have some back discomfort - DO NOT USE THIS AIRLINE."
Cons: "Avianca cancelled our original flight forcing us to leave a day early. Next they cancelled our return flight forcing us to come home a day early. Finally, when we arrived, they had oversold the flight and were short one seat and almost didn't get on at all. Will NEVER fly Avianca again."
Pros: "Seating was Ok"
Cons: "The plane was dirty. There was still trash from the previous flight everywhere. The onboard Stuart’s were not up to par. There was no entertainment and the WiFi was horrible."
Pros: "Uneventful flight. Departed on time. Arrived ahead of schedule (good thing). Excellent crew from nose to tail."
Cons: "PA system at gate was awful. Instructions were inaudible."
Pros: "The crew was great!"
Cons: "We had a difficult time getting in the air in the air. We left 1.5 hours late! Not AA fault!"
Pros: "Excellent crew."
Cons: "Seat 2L rocks back and forth every time person in seat 1L moves. This was a day flight ORD-LHR so I wasn’t sleeping but I could see how that would be annoying if I were."
Cons: "No wifi, drinks came in the last 5 minutes flight was 1.5 hours late"
Cons: "The crew could not have been any less accommodating for a nursing mother flying without my baby and needing to pump. I will be writing and submitting an official complaint to American Airlines ."
Cons: "Be on time. It left 2 hours late causing much stress and inconvenience"
Pros: "Comfortable seat, no middle seat on my side of plane."
Pros: "loved the free movies on board, also on time departure and before time arrival makes me feel the best."
Cons: "Entertainment is becoming too complicated for us old heads. Food, I still resent having to pay for something that is ed to be included in my fare."

They makes us feel confident on the flight. There was no any cancelation and they are really helpful with us.

Pros: "I eventually got to San Francisco. I missed my flight to Lihue and had to stay in the airport all night."
Cons: "I eventually got to San Francisco. I missed my flight to Lihue and had to stay in the airport all night."
Cons: "There is not enough room in economy seats for a comfortable ride. I think there should be more free snack options on flights."
Cons: "I had to check my bag at the desk which I had not anticipated. When I checked in at the kiosk I was told I could only take a personal item - no carry-in size bag - because of my ticket classification. Very disappointed to have to spend $30 I did not plan on."
Cons: "I was billed for 58$ for check-in baggage despite I upgraded my seat to economy plus paying 187$."
Pros: "Good flight for the price. Keep your expectations low."
Cons: "Only one snack service for 5 hour flight. A second bag of pretzels would have been appreciated."
Pros: "Despite delay for wether kept us informed and did everything they could to make up time"
Pros: "I like that it was through United Airline, which I’m a member of so I got to board a littler earlier"
Cons: "The food could have been better. Everything had cheese which I don’t eat."
Pros: "Crew were helpful. They got the plane boarded early for an early takeoff. It was easy getting from landing gate to my next takeoff gate."
Cons: "The boarding was a little quicker and more controlled."
Pros: "The attendants tried to be cheerful in a difficult situation."
Cons: "Once we were boarded we waited for a long time in a crowded stifling hot plane. Requests to the crew were met with helplessness on their part!"
Pros: "Price"
Cons: "Spirit Airlines is a budget airlines that does not value customer service. The crew is generally rude, the seats are uncomfortable, and there no amenities you typically find with other airlines such as snacks or WiFi."
Pros: "Flight was on time"
Cons: "Food we did pay for snack It was more expensive, I'll rather fligh with an airline that tell me up fron how much I will expend on my ticket instead o giving me a low price and then charge me for everything."
Cons: "Some issues with above flight. I have spirit one last chance with this flight and they always remind me how much I can’t stand flying with them."
Pros: "Price"
Cons: "Even with the additional padding I bring with myself, the seats were not comfortable."
Pros: "On a long haul cross county, I sprung the extra for the front seat upgrade. And I was glad that I did. My connecting flight in a "normal" Spirit seat left my bum hurting and complaining after just 1 hour. The "Big Front" was cushier all around and well worth it for a 4.5 hour trek."
Cons: ""Big Front Seat" means bigger and softer but don't expect to recline."
Pros: "Pilot and apologies on the delay!"
Cons: "Check in experience is bad, a desaster. It took me almost An hour to check in a baggage with a boarding pass already in my hands!! The crew was warching a tv show in her iPad during flight!"
Cons: "I did not receive a confirmation e-mail from the airline 24 hours ago. When I arrived at the airport counter I did not have a seat"
Cons: "Baggage check in fee double in price then other airlines Fee for a bag of pretzels over the top"
Cons: "Worker named Tammy in Orlando was absolutely awful. I will never fly with this airline ever again"
Cons: "Flight to my destination had a lot of turbulence. Granted weather has much effect on that but the take off and landing was very shaky. On our way back, we experienced very unprofessional and rude flight attendants. While the flight was at 4am PDT, they were too busy talking out loud and laughing. Very inconsiderate and rude when speaking to us. There was no entertainment and no snacks or drinks. So there's nothing to mention about that."

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