Flying from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): what you need to know
The timezone in Montevideo is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Santa Cruz.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your VVI to MVD flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
ر.ق. 1,024 is the lowest price for a one-way Viru Viru International Airport to Carrasco International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 1,748. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from VVI to MVD, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Carrasco International Airport.
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Handy information about Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
62.94% of flights that take off from Viru Viru International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Viru Viru International Airport from central Santa Cruz, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near VVI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Carrasco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Consider booking a hotel near MVD if you're on a late Viru Viru International Airport to Carrasco International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Carrasco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Punta Car or FlexWays and explore beyond Montevideo's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Carrasco International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Montevideo. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Carrasco International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Montevideo. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Viru Viru International Airport to Carrasco International Airport for January if you'd like to visit Montevideo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap tickets from VVI to MVD sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Uruguay
Montevideo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Uruguay waiting to be discovered. About 418 kilometres north-west of Montevideo, a visit to Salto will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Mural de Edi Cavani, Martín José and Museo Escultórico Edmundo Prati.
Around 338 kilometres north-west of Montevideo, Paysandu is another essential stop in Uruguay. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Ana Hernández, Monumento a la Libertad and SkatePark.
