What is the cheapest way to get from Managua to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Managua to San Diego is to bus and train which costs $370 - $440 and takes 4 days 10h.

What is the fastest way to get from Managua to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Managua to San Diego is to fly which takes 12h 6m and costs $300 - $1,200.

How far is it from Managua to San Diego?

The distance between Managua and San Diego is 2444 miles. The road distance is 2986.5 miles.

How do I travel from Managua to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Managua to San Diego without a car is to bus which takes 4 days 1h and costs $330 - $750.

How long does it take to get from Managua to San Diego?

It takes approximately 12h 6m to get from Managua to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Managua to San Diego bus from?

Managua to San Diego bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), depart from Terminal Managua - CCA station.

Bus or fly from Managua to San Diego?

The best way to get from Managua to San Diego is to fly which takes 12h 6m and costs $300 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $330 - $750 and takes 4 days 1h.

Where does the Managua to San Diego bus arrive?

Managua to San Diego bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), arrive at Terminal San Carlos - Ticabus station.

What is the time difference between Managua and San Diego?

San Diego is 2h behind Managua. It is currently 4:29 AM in Managua and 2:29 AM in San Diego.

Can I drive from Managua to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Managua to San Diego is 2987 miles. It takes approximately 2 days 10h to drive from Managua to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2138+ hotels available in San Diego.

Managua to San Diego - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Managua and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Managua to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Terminal Managua - CCA and arriving at San Diego via Terminal San Carlos - Ticabus, Guatemana Aguilar Batres, Tapachula, Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte and Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 1h.

There are 6 ways to get from Managua to San Diego by plane, bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to San Diego International Airport
best
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)MGA - SAN
12h 6m
$305–1,145
Fly to Tijuana International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)MGA - TIJ
13h 38m
$200–745
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Managua - CCA to Terminal San Carlos - TicabusMga / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal San Carlos - Ticabus to Guatemala Aguilar Batres
3. Take the bus from Guatemana Aguilar Batres to Tapachula
4. Take the bus from Tapachula to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte
5. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tijuana
4d 1h
$335–729
Drive 2,969.2 mi
1. Drive from Managua to San Diego2,969.2 mi
2d 10h
$590–851
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)MGA - LAX
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diego
14h 13m
$270–1,105
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Managua to Los Angeles
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego
4d 10h
$374–439

Managua Airport (MGA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) flights

32Weekly Planes

11h 34mAverage Duration

$264Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,430 mi
Duration: 12h 6m

What companies run services between Managua, Nicaragua and San Diego, CA, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Managua - CCA to San Diego via Terminal San Carlos - Ticabus, Guatemana Aguilar Batres, Tapachula, Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte, Tijuana, and Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano in around 4d 1h.

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