Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA): what you need to know
The timezone in Managua is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Philadelphia.
Give yourself enough time to catch your PHL to MGA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PHL and MGA:
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight is R 1,897. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 5,515. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PHL to MGA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from PHL to MGA.
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Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL is located at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
78.93% of flights that depart Philadelphia International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Philadelphia to Philadelphia International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near PHL? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
If you're landing on a late Philadelphia International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near MGA:
Pick up an Augusto C Sandino International Airport rental car and explore Managua and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Enterprise are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Augusto C Sandino International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to central Managua
Augusto C Sandino International Airport to the centre of Managua has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Managua in February.
Lock in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Augusto C Sandino International Airport for April if you want to go to Managua during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PHL to MGA around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nicaragua
Managua has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Nicaragua you should also see. About 80 kilometres north-west of Managua, a trip to León will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Plaza Sutiaba, Museum of Sacred Art and Museo de la Guerra.
Around 23 kilometres south-east of Managua, Masaya is another essential stop in Nicaragua. Start your sightseeing at La Esquina Del Arte Castellón, Mirador al volcán Masaya y catarata and Rotonda San Jeronimo.
