Cheap Flights from Managua (MGA) to Lima (LIM)

Flying from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know

• Lima's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Lima one hour ahead of Managua.

• Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MGA to LIM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

• Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

• If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MGA and LIM:

  • Tocumen International Airport

  • Miami International Airport

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)

• Right now, £220 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £442. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.

• To find cheap tickets from MGA to LIM, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.

• The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.

• Finding cheap flights from MGA to LIM is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.

• Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)

• Augusto C Sandino International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from MGA touch down on schedule 86.1% of the time.

• Augusto C Sandino International Airport is about 7 miles from central Managua. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

• Have an early flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to MGA:

  • Best Western Las Mercedes Airport

  • Airport Inn Managua

  • Hotel Globales Camino Real Managua

Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)

• Consider staying in a hotel near LIM if you're taking a late Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Tupac Lima Airport

  • Maypa Lima Airport

  • Hospedaje Las Tres Regiones

• Begin your adventure by picking up a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Lima's usual tourist stops.

• Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Jorge Chavez International Airport around three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima

• Jorge Chavez International Airport to central Lima has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 6 miles away.

• Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.

When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)

• It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Lima. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.

• The warmest month in Lima is February, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

• August sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MGA to LIM around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Peru

• Lima is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Peru waiting to be explored. Around 7 miles west of Lima, a visit to Callao will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Temático Marina de Guerra Del Peru Park, Los Jazmines Park and Monumento a Santa Rosa de Lima.

• If there's time to check out another side of Peru, head for Trujillo, about 300 miles north-west of Lima. Portada Moche. Santa Rosa. Entrada Huaca del sol. Huaco Fertilidad. Parque temático Moche, Plaza de Armas El Milagro and Plaza de Armas de Trujillo are key highlights.