What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Nicaragua?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Avianca are the most popular carriers operating from California to Nicaragua

What airlines fly to Nicaragua?

Avianca, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nicaragua from California according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 68% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nicaragua. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Nicaragua on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from California to Nicaragua?

Average flight duration from California to Nicaragua depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Los Angeles to Managua is 7h 20m on average, while flying from Santa Ana to Managua is 7h 55m on average. Managua is the most popular airport in Nicaragua.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Nicaragua?

Prices for flights from California to Nicaragua are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Nicaragua?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Nicaragua is 5 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Nicaragua?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Nicaragua.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nicaragua?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Nicaragua trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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2:10 pm - 11:35 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

7h 25m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5:20 am - 12:30 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9h 10m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$384Avianca

Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12

2:10 pm - 11:35 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

7h 25m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5:20 am - 12:30 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9h 10m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$384Avianca

Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12

6:05 pm - 12:06 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

17h 01m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:20 pm - 9:33 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9h 13m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$405United Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Oct 5

3:06 pm - 12:06 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

20h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:20 pm - 9:33 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9h 13m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$405United Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Oct 1

2:05 pm - 11:36 amLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

20h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

12:36 pm - 11:10 amMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

23h 34m2 stops Miami Charlotte Douglas

$409American Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Fri, Oct 23

4:55 pm - 11:36 amLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

17h 41m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

12:36 pm - 11:41 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12h 05m1 stop Miami

$464American Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Fri, Oct 23

12:34 am - 12:49 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

11h 15m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

3:13 am - 10:30 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

20h 17m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$482Copa Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

12:34 am - 11:53 amLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

34h 19m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

3:13 am - 10:30 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

20h 17m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$482Copa Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

9:22 am - 11:00 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

12h 38m2 stops San Francisco San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5:25 am - 6:01 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

13h 36m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl San Francisco

$689Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

9:22 am - 11:00 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

12h 38m2 stops San Francisco San Salvador El Salvador Intl

3:15 pm - 8:45 amMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

18h 30m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl San Francisco

$695Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 30

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2:55 pm - 11:00 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

7h 05m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5:25 am - 1:05 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8h 40m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$385Avianca

Thu, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 20

11:24 am - 11:00 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

10h 36m2 stops San Francisco San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5:25 am - 1:05 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8h 40m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$443Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 20

11:16 am - 11:00 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

10h 44m2 stops San Francisco San Salvador El Salvador Intl

5:25 am - 1:05 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8h 40m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$445Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 25

2:55 pm - 11:00 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

7h 05m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

7:30 pm - 9:34 amMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

15h 04m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles

$448Avianca

Thu, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 20

12:34 am - 12:48 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

11h 14m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

3:14 am - 10:30 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

20h 16m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$549Copa Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Mon, Aug 24

12:59 am - 12:06 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

10h 07m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:20 pm - 9:50 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$604United Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 26

12:34 am - 10:10 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

20h 36m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

3:14 am - 10:30 pmMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

20h 16m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$649Copa Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18

2:09 pm - 12:06 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

20h 57m3 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:20 pm - 10:22 amMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

22h 02m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

$663United Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 26

10:44 pm - 11:21 amLAX Los Angeles-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

11h 37m1 stop Miami

12:21 pm - 8:31 amMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAX Los Angeles

21h 10m2 stops Miami Austin Bergstrom

$786American Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 15

9:29 pm - 2:03 pmLAX Los Angeles-MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

15h 34m1 stop Miami

12:21 pm - 8:42 amMGA Managua Augusto C Sandino-LAX Los Angeles

21h 21m2 stops Miami Austin Bergstrom

$786American Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Fri, Aug 14

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Avianca flights from California to Nicaragua

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Avianca

Jan 5

LAS2:10 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7h 25m

1 stop

MGA11:35 pmManagua Augusto C Sandino

Jan 12

MGA5:20 amManagua Augusto C Sandino

9h 10m

1 stop

LAS12:30 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$384

Avianca

Aug 13

LAS2:55 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7h 05m

1 stop

MGA11:00 pmManagua Augusto C Sandino

Aug 20

MGA5:25 amManagua Augusto C Sandino

8h 40m

1 stop

LAS1:05 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$385

Avianca

Jan 5

LAS2:10 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7h 25m

1 stop

MGA11:35 pmManagua Augusto C Sandino

Jan 13

MGA7:30 pmManagua Augusto C Sandino

19h 00m

1 stop

LAS12:30 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$424

United Airlines flights from California to Nicaragua

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United Airlines

Sep 10

LAS12:59 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 07m

1 stop

MGA12:06 pmManagua Augusto C Sandino

Oct 1

MGA1:20 pmManagua Augusto C Sandino

9h 13m

1 stop

LAS9:33 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$405

United Airlines

Sep 14

LAS8:02 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

15h 04m

2 stops

MGA12:06 pmManagua Augusto C Sandino

Oct 5

MGA1:20 pmManagua Augusto C Sandino

11h 37m

2 stops

LAS11:57 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$410

United Airlines

Sep 20

LAS12:59 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 07m

1 stop

MGA12:06 pmManagua Augusto C Sandino

Sep 25

MGA1:20 pmManagua Augusto C Sandino

22h 49m

1 stop

LAS11:09 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$415

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LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

LASMGA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/5

2:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 1/12

5:20 am-12:30 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$384

Las VegasManagua

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

LASMGA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/5

2:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 1/12

5:20 am-12:30 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$384

Las VegasManagua

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

LASMGA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/14

6:05 pm-12:06 pm

2 stops17h 01m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Mon 10/5

1:20 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$405

Las VegasManagua

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

LASMGA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 9/11

3:06 pm-12:06 pm

2 stops20h 00m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 10/1

1:20 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$405

Las VegasManagua

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

LASMGA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/6

2:05 pm-11:36 am

2 stops20h 31m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Fri 10/23

12:36 pm-11:10 am

2 stops23h 34m

$409

Las VegasManagua

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

LASMGA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/6

4:55 pm-11:36 am

2 stops17h 41m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Fri 10/23

12:36 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop12h 05m

$464

Las VegasManagua

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

LASMGA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/23

12:34 am-12:49 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 9/30

3:13 am-10:30 pm

1 stop20h 17m

$482

Las VegasManagua

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

LASMGA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/23

12:34 am-11:53 am

2 stops34h 19m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 9/30

3:13 am-10:30 pm

1 stop20h 17m

$482

Santa AnaManagua

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

SNAMGA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/1

9:22 am-11:00 pm

2 stops12h 38m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 9/30

5:25 am-6:01 pm

2 stops13h 36m

$689

Santa AnaManagua

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

SNAMGA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/14

9:22 am-11:00 pm

2 stops12h 38m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 9/30

3:15 pm-8:45 am

2 stops18h 30m

$695

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nicaragua?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from California to Nicaragua. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $558. If you’re not able to fly to Nicaragua in April, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Nicaragua during September average around $589.

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Nicaragua?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nicaragua from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nicaragua for around $616 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nicaragua from California for as low as $528 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Nicaragua?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Nicaragua?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Nicaragua is 5 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Nicaragua?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Nicaragua.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nicaragua?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Nicaragua trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $134	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,563 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,097 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $299	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,530 reviews	Search Avianca flights
GOL	PriceFrom $308	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,272 reviews	Search GOL flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $320	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,896 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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