Getting There & Getting About

International Airports

• Managua (MGA): 12 km from the city.
• Full list of airports in Nicaragua with associated airport codes >

Internal Transport

Internal flights are often a good option for those wanting to travel around Nicaragua, due to the difficulty of some ground travel routes.

There is no passenger rail service at present, and only about 10% of the country's 18,447 km of roads are paved. Car hire is available in Managua or at the airport.

There is a bus service to most large towns; pre-booking is advisable in Managua. There are also buses and minibus services within Managua itself; however, these can be crowded and somewhat confusing.

Taxis are available at the airport or in Managua. Prices should be agreed before departure, but no tip is expected.

There is a twice-weekly boat service that links Bluefields and the Corn Islands. It is also possible to visit the 300 or so islands on Lake Nicaragua.