Getting to the Corn Islands

By Air (Fastest & Most Convenient)

• Route: Domestic flight from Managua (Augusto C. Sandino International Airport – National Terminal)

• Airline: La Costeña

• Duration: 55-80 minutes 

• Schedule: Daily morning & afternoon flights to Great Corn Island

• Booking: Email reservacion@lacostena.com.ni or call (505) 2298 5360

• Price: C$6,561.25 ($181)

 By Land & Sea (Budget-Friendly & Adventurous)

1. Bus: Managua → Bluefields

   • Departure: Mayoreo Market Terminal for buses to the Caribbean 

   • Duration: 6–7 hours (overnight options available)

   • Price: C$320 ($8.63)

2. Ferry: Bluefields → Great Corn Island

3. Schedule: Wednesdays & Saturdays (9:00 a.m. departure)

4. Return: Thursdays & Sundays (9:00 a.m. departure)

5. Duration: 5–6 hours

6. Price: C$310 ($8.36)

7. Reservations: Call (505) 8528 1329 or (505) 5702 0506

 Did you miss the ferry? Check for cargo boats or local flights from Bluefields to Great Corn Island.

Getting to Little Corn Island

• Departure: Small boats (locally called Panga) leave from the municipal wharf at 10:00 a.m.

• Return: Panga returns at 1:30 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. the following day. 

• Price: C$200 ($10)

• Duration: 30–40 minutes

Tips for Travellers

• If you prefer comfort and speed, flying is the best option.

• If you're travelling on a budget or seeking adventure, the land-and-sea route offers a unique experience but requires patience.

• If you plan to visit Little Corn Island, remember there are no cars on the island, so pack light.

• Weather conditions can affect boat schedules.