Flying from Tampa to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): What you need to know
Montevideo is two hours ahead of Tampa. Carrasco International Airport is located in Montevideo, which follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Tampa to MVD.
If you're going away during a popular month like March, get to the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Tampa to Carrasco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights departing from Tampa International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
PIE is around 32 kilometres from central Tampa. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Tampa to MVD flight, stay in one of these hotels near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport:
77% of flights taking off from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Have a late flight from Tampa to Carrasco International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near MVD and hit the lights earlier:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Tampa to Carrasco International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Montevideo. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Carrasco International Airport is ر.ق. 1,484. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 2,716. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Tampa to MVD if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Tampa to Carrasco International Airport (MVD). March is the most popular month to visit Montevideo. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in December.
The warmest month in Montevideo is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Tampa to MVD plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Tampa to Carrasco International Airport in July when temperatures are between 6ºC and 15ºC.
More about Montevideo
Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Carrasco International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montevideo:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Montevideo when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Museo del Futbol followed by Teatre Solís and Museo de la Memoria.
Explore more of Uruguay
You've seen Montevideo, now it's time to discover other parts of Uruguay. Travel about 97 kilometres east to Maldonado to tick off its leading attractions. From Playa Mansa to Playa Pinares and Laguna del Diario, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Uruguay, consider Mercedes, about 257 kilometres northwest of Montevideo. Espacio Memoria, Catedral de Mercedes and Playa Vivero Los Arrayanes are the start of reasons to visit.
