Traveling from Los Angeles to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your journey from in Los Angeles. Explore your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when organizing your flight from Los Angeles to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA).
Augusto C Sandino International Airport is located in Managua. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour ahead of Los Angeles.
Your flight from Los Angeles to MGA won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Los Angeles to MGA with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LAX and MGA include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Located around 32 kilometers from the center of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Augusto C Sandino International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LAX arrive on schedule 81.05% of the time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can get to VNY from central Los Angeles in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 32 kilometers or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Los Angeles to MGA flight? Check in to a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Augusto C Sandino International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MGA:
Travel at your own pace with an Augusto C Sandino International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and venture far and wide through Managua and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week before your Los Angeles to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
AED 407 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Augusto C Sandino International Airport. A return flight starts at AED 863. These prices may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Los Angeles to MGA, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Cheap Los Angeles to Augusto C Sandino International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
February is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Managua based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Managua is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your Los Angeles to MGA flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Augusto C Sandino International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Managua
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Managua right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Los Angeles to Augusto C Sandino International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. El Malecon, Laguna de Tiscapa and Bicentenario Park are leading attractions which should feature on every Managua itinerary.
Explore more of Nicaragua
You've seen Managua, now it's time to explore other parts of Nicaragua. Travel about 121 kilometers north-west to Chinandega to check off its leading attractions. From Iglesia San Antonio to Parque Central Chinandega and Rotonda Los Encuentros, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Estelí is another standout destination in Nicaragua and is around 105 kilometers north of Managua. No journey is complete without dropping by Catedral de Nuestra Señora del Rosario, Fábrica Joya de Nicaragua and Museo De Historia Y Arqueologia Dr. Alejandro Davila Bolaños.
