Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport (MVD) taking off from here.
Jump on a direct Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
Montevideo (where Carrasco International Airport is located) and Rio De Janeiro share the UTC-3 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
The most popular route is from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD), with 13 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from GIG to MVD is the 9am Gol service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 10:55pm with Gol.
To ensure you get on your flight from Rio De Janeiro to MVD, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport (MVD) operate out of this terminal.
You'll have your choice of carriers that operate direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport leaving from GIG. Book your seat with one of these:
JetSMART is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from GIG to MVD.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to MVD departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% land on schedule at their destination.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rio De Janeiro to SDU in about 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Rio De Janeiro to MVD flight? Relax in a hotel near Santos Dumont Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
78.67% of flights taking off from Santos Dumont Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Consider staying in a hotel near MVD if you have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport. Choose one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a Carrasco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Punta Car or FlexWays and find adventure across Montevideo and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport flight.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport to the centre of Montevideo is around 18 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
₹ 5,645 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 16,187. These fares can change depending on availability.
Snap up cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to MVD by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
June is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport (MVD). Visit Montevideo in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Rio De Janeiro to MVD flight ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Montevideo to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport in July when temperatures are between 6ºC and 15ºC.
More about Montevideo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Montevideo right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Carrasco International Airport:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Montevideo when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Museo del Futbol followed by Teatre Solís and Museo de la Memoria.
Explore more of Uruguay
Montevideo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Uruguay you should also see. About 97 kilometres east of Montevideo, a trip to Maldonado will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Plaza San Miguel, Parada 25 - Playa Mansa and Laguna del Diario.
Mercedes is another favourite destination in Uruguay and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Montevideo. No trip is complete without a visit to Espacio Memoria, Plaza Rivera and Rosedal.
