San Juan del Sur is a serene, picturesque fishing village on the southwest coast of Nicaragua. If you want a beach escape with turquoise waters and excellent surfing conditions, this is the place to be.
If you want to travel from Managua Airport to San Juan del Sur, the only direct option you have is to take a taxi or private transfer. A taxi will take around 2 hours and 40 minutes to do the 130-km journey.
That said, Managua Airport taxis are typically shared between multiple passengers. If you’d like a personalised, private ride, consider booking a transfer from a trusted company like Welcome Pickups.
If you’re on a budget, you can take a public bus from Managua bus station to San Juan del Sur. The journey takes over 3 hours and costs €1.80 (NIO 73) per person.
Welcome Pickups offers meet and greet services and a friendly introduction to Managua at the same price as a regular taxi. Click here to see the cost.
