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$246+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) 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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — MGA
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Managua Augusto C Sandino are usually found in April or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to Managua

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$451
(Priceline)

One-way from

$246
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$426

Good round-trip deal

$196 or less

Good one-way deal

$226 or less
From San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Managua Augusto C Sandino
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to Managua
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to Managua. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1410:25 pmSAL - MGA
2 stops20h 10mAvianca
Sun 11/167:30 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop1h 00mAvianca
Deal found 9/14$451
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2710:25 pmSAL - MGA
2 stops20h 10mAvianca
Sun 11/307:30 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop1h 00mAvianca
Deal found 9/16$470
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/197:30 amSAL - MGA
Nonstop0h 50mAvianca
Sun 9/217:25 pmMGA - SAL
1 stop20h 30mAvianca
Deal found 9/15$478
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/108:33 amSAL - MGA
1 stop13h 34mCopa Airlines
Wed 10/153:12 amMGA - SAL
1 stop9h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/15$524
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 10/215:45 pmSAL - MGA
2 stops24h 35mAvianca
Tue 11/49:20 amMGA - SAL
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Deal found 9/14$525
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/17:30 amSAL - MGA
1 stop5h 36mCopa Airlines
Thu 12/43:12 amMGA - SAL
1 stop9h 32mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/15$533
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/198:33 amSAL - MGA
1 stop13h 41mCopa Airlines
Sun 12/212:03 pmMGA - SAL
1 stop9h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/14$542
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 9/187:30 amSAL - MGA
Nonstop0h 50mAvianca
Sun 9/215:25 amMGA - SAL
Nonstop0h 55mAvianca
Deal found 9/14$546

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Salvador 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Salvador to Managua that are best for you.

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San Salvador

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Managua

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Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 2/12

7:30 am-8:20 am

Nonstop0h 50m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 2/15

11:45 am-4:30 pm

1 stop28h 45m

$462

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/22

1:41 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 10/28

3:12 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/30

7:30 am-1:07 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 11/6

2:03 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 10/11

5:05 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 10/15

3:12 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 10/19

5:05 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sat 10/25

3:12 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 10/11

5:05 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 10/19

2:08 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/26

8:33 am-1:07 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 9/30

3:12 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/15

5:05 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 10/19

3:12 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/30

5:04 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Fri 10/10

3:49 pm-11:37 pm

2 stops7h 48m

$524

San SalvadorManagua

SAL - MGA

SALMGA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 10/4

5:05 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 10/9

3:12 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$524

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from San Salvador to Managua

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Salvador to Managua?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Salvador to Managua. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Salvador to Managua may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Salvador to Managua?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Managua (average of $341). Flying from San Salvador 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 SAL to MGA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador 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 September 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Salvador to Managua is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 71% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Salvador to Managua?

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 September 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Salvador to Managua, such as Copa Airlines and Avianca. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,435 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Salvador to Managua?

    Booking a flight from San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) to Managua Augusto C Sandino (MGA) is your only option if you wish to fly from San Salvador to Managua. On a typical day, there are 2 flights from El Salvador Intl to Augusto C Sandino, all of which are around 0h 50m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from El Salvador Intl to Managua.

  • How popular is this San Salvador to Managua flight route?

    The San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Managua Augusto C Sandino flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San Salvador to Managua?

    Avianca and Copa Airlines can get you from San Salvador to Managua in just under 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 36m. San Salvador and Managua are separated by a distance of 214 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Salvador to Managua round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Salvador to Managua is Copa Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $146 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Avianca, starting at $380. Copa Airlines is priced at 65% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Salvador to Managua?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Salvador to Managua are Avianca (90%), Avianca (90%) and Iberia (78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Salvador to Managua?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Salvador to Managua? While on average our users pay $289, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $116. The most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Managua Augusto C Sandino), is priced around $524.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Salvador 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 Salvador to Managua?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Managua (average of $341). Flying from San Salvador 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 2 airlines flying from San Salvador to Managua

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Salvador 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$146Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$380Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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