$159 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Managua (MGA)

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Popular airlines from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA)

Cheap Flights from San José to Managua (SJO-MGA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $159 for one-way flights and $322 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Copa
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 26
SJO
San José
MGA
Managua
$322 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$322
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, Sep 11 from San José to Managua, returning Sat, Sep 26, priced at $322 found 1 hour ago
Copa
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 26
SJO
San José
MGA
Managua
$323 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$323
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, Sep 11 from San José to Managua, returning Sat, Sep 26, priced at $323 found 1 hour ago
Copa
Fri, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 27
SJO
San José
MGA
Managua
$326 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$326
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from San José to Managua, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $326 found 2 hours ago
Copa
Tue, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 15
SJO
San José
MGA
Managua
$327 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$327
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San José to Managua, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $327 found 14 hours ago
Copa
Fri, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 27
SJO
San José
MGA
Managua
$329 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$329
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from San José to Managua, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $329 found 2 hours ago
Copa
Wed, Nov 19 - Fri, Dec 12
SJO
San José
MGA
Managua
$331 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$331
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from San José to Managua, returning Fri, Dec 12, priced at $331 found 10 hours ago
avianca
Fri, Dec 26 - Sun, Jan 4
SJO
San José
MGA
Managua
$375 Roundtrip, just found
$375
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, Dec 26 from San José to Managua, returning Sun, Jan 4, priced at $375 just found
SANSA
Fri, Jan 2 - Wed, Jan 7
SJO
San José
MGA
Managua
$434 Roundtrip, just found
$434
Roundtrip
just found
Select SANSA flight, departing Fri, Jan 2 from San José to Managua, returning Wed, Jan 7, priced at $434 just found
World Ticket Ltd
Fri, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 27
SJO
San José
MGA
Managua
$457 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$457
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from San José to Managua, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $457 found 2 hours ago
Aeromexico
Sat, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 23
SJO
San José
MGA
Managua
$730 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$730
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Sat, Nov 22 from San José to Managua, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $730 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to Managua (MGA)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $200 - $566 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Managua

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. MGA. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 14 minutes. Flights from $375
MGA
Augusto C. Sandino Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center14 min
Flights from $375

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $159 or cheap return flight from $322 from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA)?
Planning your trip for September is a good way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SJO and MGA. You'll usually find the lowest fares during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA)?
You can fly straight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA) on a SANSA Regional flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA)?
While prices can vary depending on when you travel, Copa Airlines and SANSA Regional are popular choices for flights between Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) and Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest-priced ticket for your SJO to MGA flight.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA)?
On average, Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) only offers 1 nonstop flight to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA) daily. For more choices, try Expedia's easy-to-use filter tool. Enter your travel dates, then choose "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to find flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA)?
More passengers fly between SJO and MGA at 7 AM than at any other time of day. Looking to skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to MGA?
If you depart on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA).
What is the earliest flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA)?
The first flight of the day out of Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is at around 7:00AM UTC-6. Catch this flight and you'll reach Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA) at approximately 8:15AM UTC-6. The total travel time is 1h 15m.
How long does it take to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA)?
The average flight time from SJO to MGA is 1 hour and 14 minutes, covering a distance of 200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SJO to MGA?
Consider traveling with Copa Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA) without any holdups. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 96%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA)?
To land at Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA) on time, book a flight that leaves from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Managua from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
If you're on a direct flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Managua, Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SJO to MGA are typically more expensive. For the cheapest rates, start looking for flights as early as possible. That said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, you may find a cheap ticket right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to MGA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SJO to MGA flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA)?
If you reserved your SJO to MGA flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for further details.

Travel information

Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Augusto C. Sandino Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Copa, SANSA, World Ticket Ltd, avianca
Roundtrip price
$321
Distance
199 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 13 mins

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San José to Managua Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Managua

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San José to Managua are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San José to Managua with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San José to Managua

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to Managua: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San José to Managua

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San José to Managua in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $159 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San José to Managua flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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