✓ EC 261/2004 Applies
Managua
→ San Jose
Iberia Airlines · 321 km · Max €250 compensation
Departure
MGA
Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport
Managua, Nicaragua
✈
Arrival
SJO
Juan Santamaria International Airport
San Jose, Costa Rica
Under 3 hours
—
No entitlement
3+ hour delay
€250
Short-haul flight under 1,500 km
4+ hour delay
€250
Short-haul flight under 1,500 km
✓ You are likely eligible for compensation
Iberia Airlines is an EU-registered carrier. All flights on this airline are protected under EC 261/2004, regardless of destination. If your MGA–SJO flight was delayed 3+ hours or cancelled, you have a valid claim.
How to Claim Your Compensation
01Gather your boarding pass and booking confirmation as proof of travel.
02Submit a written claim to Iberia Airlines's customer service referencing EC 261/2004.
03If they reject or ignore your claim within 14 days, escalate to your National Enforcement Body.
04For claims under €2,000 you can use the EU Small Claims Procedure without a lawyer.
Iberia Airlines MGA–SJO: Full Compensation Guide
The Iberia Airlines route from Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) covers approximately 321 kilometres. Under EC 261/2004, passengers on this route are entitled to €250 compensation for delays of 3 or more hours upon arrival.
To be eligible, your flight must have been operated by Iberia Airlines, the delay must have been within the airline's control (not caused by extraordinary circumstances such as severe weather), and you must have checked in on time. Claims can be submitted up to 6 years after the flight date in most EU jurisdictions.