Managua to Jalapa flights
Jalapa lies 491 km (305 mi) north-west of Managua, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 23 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Managua | Jalapa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nicaragua | Guatemala |
| Population | 973,087 | 159,840 |
| Elevation | 108 m (354 ft) | 1,360 m (4,462 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Managua) | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) |
| Nearest large airport | MGA, 9 km out | GUA, 58 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Jalapa
Crossing from Nicaragua into Guatemala: money changes from the Cordoba to the Quetzal (GTQ); the dialling code becomes +502; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648801 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Airports at each end
Leaving Managua
Managua is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,012 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Jalapa
Jalapa is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is La Aurora International Airport (GUA), 58 km (36 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,800 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | 58 km (36 mi) | 9,800 ft | 4,952 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Jalapa from Managua?
491 km (305 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Managua.
How long does it take to get from Managua to Jalapa by air?
About 1 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Managua and Jalapa?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Managua to Jalapa flights?
Typically Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA).
What currency do I need in Jalapa?
The Quetzal (GTQ).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.