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Connecting route · Colombia → Nicaragua

Flights from Cartagena to Managua

There are no direct flights from Cartagena to Managua. The easiest way is one stop via Panama City or San Jose, about 4h 05m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 4h 05m
CTGMGAPTY

Cartagena to Managua at a glance

Fastest journey4h 05mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Panama City or San Jose

Best ways to fly from Cartagena to Managua

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
CTG Panama City (PTY) MGA
Leg 1: Copa Airlines · Leg 2: Copa Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~4h 05m
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CTG San Jose (SJO) MGA
Leg 1: Avianca Costa Rica · Leg 2: Copa Airlines, SANSA
Same alliance ~4h 05m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
1,189 km738 miles
Journey time
4h 05mestimate
Time difference
-1hManagua vs Cartagena
Currency in Managua
USD
Airports
CTG → MGA

Flights from Cartagena to Managua: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Cartagena to Managua?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Panama City and San Jose. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Cartagena to Managua?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 4h 05m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 1,189 km.
Where do you change planes between Cartagena and Managua?
The best connecting points are Panama City (PTY) and San Jose (SJO). Copa Airlines flies both legs via Panama City, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Cartagena and Managua?
Cartagena: Rafael Nuñez International Airport (CTG). Managua: Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA).
What is the time difference between Cartagena and Managua?
Managua is 1 hour behind Cartagena.

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