Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA): what you need to know
Managua is one hour ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SFO to MGA flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and MGA:
El Salvador International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight is C$203. A return ticket is currently C$527. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from SFO to MGA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights that take off from San Francisco International Airport land at their destination on time.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near SFO:
Arriving at Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
If you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MGA:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Augusto C Sandino International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and explore beyond Managua's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Augusto C Sandino International Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to central Managua
Augusto C Sandino International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Managua. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Managua in February.
The warmest month in Managua is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to MGA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Nicaragua
Managua has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Nicaragua you'll want to see. About 80 kilometres north-west of Managua, a trip to León will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Plaza Sutiaba, Museum of Sacred Art and Museo de la Guerra.
Around 23 kilometres south-east of Managua, Masaya is another favourite stop in Nicaragua. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to La Esquina Del Arte Castellón, Mirador al volcán Masaya y catarata and Rotonda San Jeronimo.
