Flying from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): What you need to know
The timezone in Montevideo is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Medellin. Carrasco International Airport is located in Montevideo.
Your flight from Medellin to MVD won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Popular months like January or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Medellin to MVD. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Travelling from central Medellin to MDE takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport:
76% of flights taking off from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport (MVD) out of Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport.
You can arrive at EOH from the centre of Medellin in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport the day before your Medellin to MVD flight:
About Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MVD if you're catching a late flight from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Medellin to Carrasco International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Montevideo. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
At the moment, ر.ق. 1,095 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,872. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Medellin to MVD. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Medellin to Carrasco International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Medellin to MVD.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
December is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport (MVD), while March is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Montevideo based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Montevideo is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your Medellin to MVD plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July has temperatures of between 6ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Montevideo
Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montevideo:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Montevideo when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at Museo del Futbol followed by Teatre Solís and Museo de la Memoria.
Explore more of Uruguay
Maldonado is just one of the many places in Uruguay waiting to be discovered once you've seen Montevideo. Around 97 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Playa Mansa, Playa Pinares and Laguna del Diario.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Uruguay, head for Mercedes, about 257 kilometres northwest of Montevideo. Espacio Memoria, Catedral de Mercedes and Playa Vivero Los Arrayanes are the start of reasons to visit.
