Traveling from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Liberia Airport (LIR): what you need to know
Liberia's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Managua.
Leave enough time to make your MGA to LIR flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Liberia Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MGA and LIR:
Juan Santamaria International Airport
Miami International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Liberia Airport (LIR)
At the moment, $340 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $707. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from MGA to LIR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Liberia Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MGA to LIR.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Liberia Airport.
Handy information about Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
86.1% of flights departing from Augusto C Sandino International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from MGA.
To get to Augusto C Sandino International Airport from central Managua, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MGA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Liberia Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Liberia Airport (LIR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LIR if you're on a late Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Liberia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and discover more of Liberia and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Liberia Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Liberia Airport (LIR) to central Liberia
Liberia Airport is approximately 13 kilometers from the center of Liberia. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Liberia Airport (LIR)
January is the most popular month for flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Liberia Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Liberia in May.
The warmest month in Liberia is April, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Liberia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
November sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MGA to LIR sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be explored after you've experienced Liberia. Around 161 kilometers away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Costa Rica, head for Limon, about 274 kilometers east of Liberia. Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon are highlights.
