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Connecting route · Nicaragua → Ecuador

Flights from Managua to Quito

There are no direct flights from Managua to Quito. The easiest way is one stop via Panama City or San Jose, about 4h 48m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 4h 31m
MGAUIOPTY

Managua to Quito at a glance

Fastest journey4h 31mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Panama City or San Jose

Best ways to fly from Managua to Quito

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

1
MGA Panama City (PTY) UIO
Leg 1: Copa Airlines · Leg 2: Copa Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~4h 48m
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MGA San Jose (SJO) UIO
Leg 1: Copa Airlines, SANSA · Leg 2: Avianca Costa Rica
Same alliance ~4h 31m
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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
1,614 km1,002 miles
Journey time
4h 31mestimate
Time difference
+1hQuito vs Managua
Currency in Quito
USD
Airports
MGA → UIO

Flights from Managua to Quito: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Managua to Quito?
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 Managua to Quito?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 4h 31m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 1,614 km.
Where do you change planes between Managua and Quito?
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 Managua and Quito?
Managua: Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA). Quito: Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO).
What is the time difference between Managua and Quito?
Quito is 1 hour ahead of Managua.

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