Travelling from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Medellin: what you need to know
Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport is located in Managua. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Medellin is one hour ahead of Managua.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MGA to Medellin flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as January, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from MGA to Medellin. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Travelling from central Managua to MGA takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near MGA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Medellin or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from MGA touch down on schedule 88% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Medellin
₹ 22,062 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Medellin flight. A return plane ticket starts from ₹ 35,963. These prices may change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MGA to Medellin. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Scoring cheap tickets from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Medellin is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares across every month and snap up a fantastic deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MGA to Medellin by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Medellin by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
The distance from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Medellin. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport about one week in advance of your flight from MGA to Medellin.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Once your flight from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Medellin has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 5 kilometres from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
You can expect the journey to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your MGA to Medellin flight:
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
December is the quietest month for flights from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Medellin, while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Medellin based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 27ºC. Book your Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Medellin plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
December sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 24ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from MGA to Medellin around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Medellin, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Palacio de Bellas Artes and EcoParque Comuna 13 are just two of the big attractions to add to your Medellin travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Museo comuna 13.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've seen Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another essential stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.
