Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA): what you need to know
Managua is seven hours behind Madrid and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you get on your MAD to MGA flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAD and MGA:
Miami International Airport
El Salvador International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
$399 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight. Return flights start at $731. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAD to MGA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometers from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MAD? If you've booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
Reserve a hotel close to MGA if you're on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up an Augusto C Sandino International Airport rental car and discover Managua and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Enterprise are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Augusto C Sandino International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to central Managua
From Augusto C Sandino International Airport, Managua is approximately 11 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the center driving.
When to fly to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Managua in February.
The warmest month in Managua is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to MGA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Nicaragua
León is just one of the many cities in Nicaragua waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Managua. Around 80 kilometers away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Plaza Sutiaba, Museum of Sacred Art and Museo de la Guerra.
Masaya is another must-experience destination in Nicaragua and is around 23 kilometers south-east of Managua. No journey is complete without seeing La Esquina Del Arte Castellón, Mirador al volcán Masaya y catarata and Rotonda San Jeronimo.