Flying from Santa Elena Airport (FRS) to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA): what you need to know
Managua's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Flores.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your FRS to MGA flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Santa Elena Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport. La Aurora International Airport is a popular stopover on the FRS to MGA route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Elena Airport (FRS) to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
At the moment, Rs65,337 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Santa Elena Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs269,150. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FRS to MGA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Santa Elena Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Santa Elena Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport.
Handy information about Santa Elena Airport (FRS)
Santa Elena Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from FRS touch down on schedule 90.0% of the time.
To get to Santa Elena Airport from central Flores, it'll take around 5 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 2 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Santa Elena Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near FRS:
Arriving at Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
Consider booking a hotel close to MGA if you're taking a late Santa Elena Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up an Augusto C Sandino International Airport rental car and explore Managua and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Enterprise are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Augusto C Sandino International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to central Managua
Augusto C Sandino International Airport to the centre of Managua has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Santa Elena Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Managua. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Managua is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from Santa Elena Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from FRS to MGA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Nicaragua
You've done Managua, now it's time to explore more of Nicaragua. Journey around 80 kilometres north-west to León to tick off its popular sights. From Plaza Sutiaba to Museum of Sacred Art and Museo de la Guerra, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 23 kilometres south-east of Managua, Masaya is another essential stop in Nicaragua. No visit is complete without checking out La Esquina Del Arte Castellón, Mirador al volcán Masaya y catarata and Rotonda San Jeronimo.
