Airports Near Matagalpa
The closest airports to Matagalpa, NI: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Matagalpa, NI is Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA), about 57 mi (91 km) away — roughly 1 hr 41 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MGA | Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International AirportManagua, Nicaragua | 57 mi / 91 km | 1 hr 41 min | International |
| SIU | SiunaSiuna, Nicaragua | 94 mi / 152 km | 2 hr 12 min | Regional |
| BZA | San Pedro AirportBonanza, Nicaragua | 113 mi / 182 km | 2 hr 38 min | Regional |
| TGU | Toncontin International AirportTegucigalpa, Honduras | 117 mi / 189 km | 2 hr 44 min | International |
| JUT | Jutigalpa airportJutigalpa, Honduras | 121 mi / 195 km | 2 hr 49 min | Regional |
| RFS | Rosita AirportLa Rosita, Nicaragua | 121 mi / 195 km | 2 hr 49 min | Regional |
| NVG | Nueva Guinea AirportNueva Guinea, Nicaragua | 132 mi / 212 km | 3 hr 4 min | Regional |
| CAA | Catacamas AirportCatacamas, Honduras | 137 mi / 221 km | 3 hr 12 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA) is the most convenient at about 57 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Matagalpa. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with MGA.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near MGA saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Matagalpa is Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA), about 57 mi (91 km) away — roughly 1 hr 41 min by road.