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$200+ Cheap flights from Managua (MGA) to San Salvador (SAL)

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 11/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MGA — SAL
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Managua Augusto C Sandino to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in June or August, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Managua to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Managua (MGA) to San Salvador (SAL). 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$280
(Avianca)

One-way from

$204
(Avianca)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$348

Good round-trip deal

$343 or less

Good one-way deal

$207 or less
From Managua Augusto C Sandino to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
One-way flight from Managua Augusto C Sandino to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Managua Augusto C Sandino to San Salvador El Salvador Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Managua Augusto C Sandino to San Salvador El Salvador Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Managua to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Managua to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 10/35:35 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop0h 50mAvianca
Sun 10/510:05 amSAL - MGA
1 stop8h 15mAvianca
Deal found 7/2$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 7/194:50 pmMGA - SAL
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/235:00 amSAL - MGA
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$481
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 10/33:49 pmMGA - SAL
2 stops7h 50mCopa Airlines
Mon 10/65:00 amSAL - MGA
1 stop8h 07mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/3$503

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Fly from

Managua

Fly to

San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManaguaSan Salvador

MGA - SAL

MGASAL

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Fri 10/3

5:35 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 10/5

10:05 am-6:20 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$278

ManaguaSan Salvador

MGA - SAL

MGASAL

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sat 7/19

4:50 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 7/23

5:00 am-4:40 pm

2 stops35h 40m

$481

ManaguaSan Salvador

MGA - SAL

MGASAL

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Fri 10/3

3:49 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops7h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 10/5

5:00 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$503

ManaguaSan Salvador

MGA - SAL

MGASAL

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 11/16

4:50 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

$200

ManaguaSan Salvador

MGA - SAL

MGASAL

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Mon 7/14

3:12 am-12:42 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$258

ManaguaSan Salvador

MGA - SAL

MGASAL

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 7/24

3:12 am-4:25 pm

2 stops13h 13m

$316

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Deals found on 7/1

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Managua to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Managua to San Salvador is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Managua to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Managua to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $588). 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 MGA to SAL?

Find hourly flight availability from Managua to San Salvador. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Managua to San Salvador in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 5% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Managua to San Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from Managua to San Salvador. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

The most flights from MGA to SAL are scheduled on a Thursday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Salvador

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Salvador. 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 San Salvador. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Managua to San Salvador, such as Copa Airlines and Avianca. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paul,May 2025

PTY - AUA

Had to use my phone for entertainment? Once we landed people were already out their seats and standing in the isles while the plane was still taxiing to the gate. This is unsafe and flight crew had a responsibility to ensure that people remain seated until the pilots turn off the seatbelt sign.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Managua to San Salvador. 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 Managua to San Salvador?

    If you book a flight from Managua to San Salvador, you will be flying from Augusto C Sandino to El Salvador Intl. Flights to San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) from Managua Augusto C Sandino (MGA) take 0h 50m for a nonstop flight. There are 3 flights from Augusto C Sandino to San Salvador per day from 1 airline.

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

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

    Flying on Avianca is currently your cheapest option to San Salvador, with prices starting at $280. Another option worth looking into is Copa Airlines, starting at $503 round trip. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Iberia (98%), Avianca (97%) or Avianca (97%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Managua to San Salvador.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $407 for a flight from Managua to San Salvador. The cheapest flight overall is $160 while the most popular route, (Managua Augusto C Sandino - San Salvador El Salvador Intl) is currently priced at $392.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Managua to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Managua to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $588). 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 airline flying from Managua to San Salvador

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$199Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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