Car Rental at Managua Airport
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 02:01 on 2021-12-06. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Language
Spanish
Currency
NIO
Country code
505
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Rental
Managua Airport is also known as Augusto C. Sandino International Airport and Aeropuerto Internacional Augusto C. Sandino, named after a Nicaraguan revolutionary.
Top international routes
- Miami
- Houston
- Panama City
- San Salvador
- San Jose
- Atlanta
Main airlines
Copa Airlines, Avianca El Salvador, American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Aeromexico
Terminals
The single airport terminal is divided into a west wing (the international sector) and an east wing (the domestic sector).
Location
Managua Airport is about 11 km (6.8 mi) north of Managua. Motorway CA-1/Panamericana and Calle Francisco are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $93 per day
- Medium cars - from $77 per day
- Small cars - from $68 per day
- SUVs - from $122 per day
Car rental desks
Some are located inside the airport terminal. The exact location of your car rental provider's desk will be listed on your Confirmation Voucher.
Services and facilities
You’ll find a few snack bars, coffee shops, and small restaurants serving local Nicaraguan cuisine, as well as a few shops, including duty-free outlets. There are also ATMs, two bank offices, a currency exchange, a lounge, a lost and found office at the airport’s information center, and a first aid station. Unfortunately, no luggage storage services are available. Passengers with reduced mobility are advised to contact their airlines in advance to request assistance at the airport.
Nearest gas station
Gasolinera Uno is located on Carretera Norte, which is a part of the Pan-American Highway, and can be reached in about three minutes. It will be on your right when leaving the airport and driving towards the city. There are many other gas stations near Managua Airport and on the way to Managua.
Popular one-way rentals
- Granada (50 km / 31 mi)
- San José (431 km / 268 mi)
- Rivas (112 km / 69 mi)
Airport info
Managua Airport (MGA)
- IATA: MGA
- ICAO: MNMG
- Name: Managua Airport (MGA)
- Size: Medium Airport
- Aircraft movements (per year): 36,822
- Passengers (per year): 1,533,034
- Distance from City: 6.8 miles / 11 km E of town
- Phone: (505) 233-1624
Top Locations near Managua Airport
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Car Rental at Costa Esmeralda Airport from $95.84 per day82.8 km / 51.5 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices cheapest at Managua Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Managua Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at Managua Airport
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at Managua Airport is July when prices for an Economy class start from $27.06. You can see that this is 52% cheaper than the yearly average and 69% cheaper than renting a car in November (when rental prices start at $86.93 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most popular rental length at Managua Airport?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in September the average rental period is 16 days, while in January, the average rental period is only 9 days.
Average Rental Length
Which is the busiest car rental month at Managua Airport?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at Managua Airport in May, while the fewest number of travelers rent in June.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIXT | Nissan Frontier | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Ace Rent a car | Toyota Hilux | 2 | 3 | Large cars |
| SIXT | Toyota Fortuner 4x4 | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Ace Rent a car | Hyundai Creta | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| SIXT | Nissan Tiida | 4 | 1 | Medium cars |
| SIXT | Chevrolet Spark LT | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| SIXT | Suzuki Jymni | 2 | 1 | SUVs |
| SIXT | Hyundai EON | 4 | Small cars | |
| SIXT | Toyota Fortuner 4x4 | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Alamo | Nissan Frontier | 4 | 5 | Large cars |
Top 13 Suppliers at Managua Airport in 2021
50522333718
MANAGUA INTL AIRPORT,
$96 - $144
+50522493644
Carretera Norte
$35 - $113
Enterprise
50522333718
MANAGUA INTL AIRPORT,
National
50522333718
MANAGUA INTL AIRPORT,
Hertz
50522331237
Augusto C Sandino Ap
Working hours
Mon:05:00-21:00
Tue:05:00-21:00
Wed:05:00-21:00
Thu:05:00-21:00
Fri:05:00-21:00
Sat:05:00-21:00
Sun:05:00-21:00
Enterprise
50522333718
MANAGUA INTL AIRPORT
Working hours
Mon:05:00-21:00
Tue:05:00-21:00
Wed:05:00-21:00
Thu:05:00-21:00
Fri:05:00-21:00
Sat:05:00-21:00
Sun:05:00-21:00
Alamo
50522333718
Managua Intl Airport
Working hours
Mon:05:00-21:00
Tue:05:00-21:00
Wed:05:00-21:00
Thu:05:00-21:00
Fri:05:00-21:00
Sat:05:00-21:00
Sun:05:00-21:00
SIXT
+50522493644
Km 11 Carretera Norte
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:00
Tue:07:00-22:00
Wed:07:00-22:00
Thu:07:00-22:00
Fri:07:00-22:00
Sat:07:00-22:00
Sun:07:00-22:00
Budget
50522631222
Augusto C Sandino Intl Airport Km 11 Carretera Norte Budget
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
NUCarrentals
50522769198 / 83806161
AUGUSTO C SANDINO AIRPORT
$72 - $173
Working hours
Mon:05:30-21:00
Tue:05:30-21:00
Wed:05:30-21:00
Thu:05:30-21:00
Fri:05:30-21:00
Sat:05:30-21:00
Sun:05:30-21:00
Avis
+50522333013
Intl Airport Managua
$63 - $135
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:00
Tue:00:00-23:00
Wed:00:00-23:00
Thu:00:00-23:00
Fri:00:00-23:00
Sat:00:00-23:00
Sun:00:00-23:00
+50522769198 / +50583806161
11 Carretera Norte, Managua
$65 - $156
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
Sat:07:00-17:00
Sun:07:00-17:00
+50522769198 / 3172487251
In Terminal
$73 - $128
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:30
Tue:07:00-23:30
Wed:07:00-23:30
Thu:07:00-23:30
Fri:07:00-23:30
Sat:07:00-23:30
Sun:07:00-23:30