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$170+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Managua (MGA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MGA
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Managua Augusto C Sandino are usually found in May or June, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Managua

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Managua (MGA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$225
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$170
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$339

Good round-trip deal

$262 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
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Cheapest flights from San José to Managua
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Managua. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/168:46 amSJO - MGA
1 stop4h 20mCopa Airlines
Mon 5/193:49 pmMGA - SJO
Nonstop0h 58mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/155:25 pmSJO - MGA
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/193:49 pmMGA - SJO
Nonstop0h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$226
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/125:25 pmSJO - MGA
Nonstop0h 55mAvianca
Tue 5/136:00 amMGA - SJO
1 stop12h 45mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$240
This SANSA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SANSA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/257:00 amSJO - MGA
Nonstop1h 15mSANSA
Tue 7/19:00 amMGA - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mSANSA
Deal found 4/30$261
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/187:00 amSJO - MGA
Nonstop1h 15mWorldTicket
Fri 1/29:00 amMGA - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mWorldTicket
Deal found 4/30$445
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/1612:28 pmSJO - MGA
1 stop24h 21mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/191:54 pmMGA - SJO
3 stops44h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$463
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/131:25 pmSJO - MGA
1 stop22h 05mAeromexico
Sun 5/1812:30 pmMGA - SJO
1 stop10h 41mAeromexico
Deal found 4/30$641
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/111:13 amSJO - MGA
1 stop24h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/71:20 pmMGA - SJO
1 stop30h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,519

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Managua that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Managua that are best for you.

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San José

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Managua

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséManagua

SJO - MGA

SJOMGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/16

8:46 am-1:06 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Mon 5/19

3:49 pm-4:47 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

$225

San JoséManagua

SJO - MGA

SJOMGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/15

5:25 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Mon 5/19

3:49 pm-4:47 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

$226

San JoséManagua

SJO - MGA

SJOMGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/12

5:25 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 5/13

6:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$240

San JoséManagua

SJO - MGA

SJOMGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/25

7:00 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 7/1

9:00 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$261

San JoséManagua

SJO - MGA

SJOMGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/16

12:28 pm-12:49 pm

1 stop24h 21m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 6/19

1:54 pm-10:37 am

3 stops44h 43m

$463

San JoséManagua

SJO - MGA

SJOMGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/13

1:25 pm-11:30 am

1 stop22h 05m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 5/18

12:30 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$641

San JoséManagua

SJO - MGA

SJOMGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/1

11:13 am-12:06 pm

1 stop24h 53m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sat 6/7

1:20 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop30h 17m

$1,519

San JoséManagua

SJO - MGA

SJOMGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/14

8:50 am-6:15 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$170

San JoséManagua

SJO - MGA

SJOMGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/13

7:00 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$200

San JoséManagua

SJO - MGA

SJOMGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/6

8:46 am-1:06 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$239

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Compare providers for flights from San José to Managua

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Managua in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Managua flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Managua flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Managua flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Managua flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José, San José Province-Managua flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San José to Managua

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Managua

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Managua?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Managua. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José, San José Province to Managua. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Managua?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Managua (average of $341). Flying from San José, San José Province to Managua in December is currently the most expensive (average of $594). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to MGA?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Managua. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from San José, San José Province to Managua by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Managua

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Managua. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Managua. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, Aeromexico and United Airlines from San José to Managua to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,317 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Managua. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Managua flight route?

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Managua Augusto C Sandino.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Managua round-trip?

    Flying on Copa Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Managua, with prices starting at $225. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Avianca and SANSA, with the lowest prices starting at $240 and $261, respectively. Copa Airlines is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Managua one-way?

    $170 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on SANSA and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $200 and $225, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Managua?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $127. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Managua Augusto C Sandino) can be booked for $247 on average our data indicates $253 when flying from San José, San José Province to Managua.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Managua that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Managua flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Managua?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Managua.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Managua?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Managua by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Managua?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Managua (average of $341). Flying from San José, San José Province to Managua in December is currently the most expensive (average of $594). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from San José to Managua

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San José to Managua. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SANSACheapest$189Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$257Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$260Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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