Traveling from Chicago to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA): What you need to know
Get your vacation planning underway by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Chicago to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the two main airports in Chicago.
The timezone in Managua is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Chicago. Augusto C Sandino International Airport is located in Managua.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to MGA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Chicago to MGA with a stopover. To explore your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ORD and MGA include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Traveling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Chicago to Augusto C Sandino International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Split up your flight from Chicago to Augusto C Sandino International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and MGA are:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can get to MDW from central Chicago in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kilometers or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to MGA flight:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.88%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from the center of Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometers or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land without delays. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Augusto C Sandino International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long 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 see more of Managua and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Chicago to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
Right now, $98 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Augusto C Sandino International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $246. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to MGA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA). Plan your visit to Managua in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Managua is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your Chicago to MGA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Augusto C Sandino International Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Managua
Start your Managua trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Augusto C Sandino International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Your trip to Managua should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include El Malecon, Laguna de Tiscapa and Bicentenario Park.
Explore more of Nicaragua
Chinandega is just one of the many cities in Nicaragua waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Managua. Around 121 kilometers away to the north-west, its top attractions include Iglesia San Antonio, Parque Central Chinandega and Rotonda Los Encuentros.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Nicaragua, head for Estelí, about 105 kilometers north of Managua. Catedral de Nuestra Señora del Rosario, Fábrica Joya de Nicaragua and Museo De Historia Y Arqueologia Dr. Alejandro Davila Bolaños are key reasons to visit.