Travelling from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is 1 hour ahead of Managua, where Augusto C Sandino International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from MGA to Chicago.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from MGA to Chicago with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you hold a passport from Nicaragua and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Chicago, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
MGA is around 11 kilometres from central Managua. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 23 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near MGA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Chicago
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Chicago is Rs42,756. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs84,240. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MGA to Chicago, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Chicago is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to show the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 54 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. Once you've disembarked your flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take approximately 46 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from MGA to Chicago, rest your head at a hotel close to MDW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Chicago while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Chicago, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Chicago in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from MGA to Chicago in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Chicago right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Chicago:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
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