Flying from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): What you need to know
Medellin's main base, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport (MVD).
Montevideo is two hours ahead of Medellin. Carrasco International Airport is located in Montevideo, which is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Your flight from Medellin to MVD won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Medellin to MVD. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
MDE is around 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights departing from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% touch down on time at their destination.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport (MVD) out of Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport.
EOH is around 6 kilometres from central Medellin. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Medellin to MVD flight, stay in one of these hotels near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport:
About Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Consider booking a hotel close to MVD if you're catching a late flight from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Carrasco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Punta Car or FlexWays and chase adventure across Montevideo and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Medellin to Carrasco International Airport flight.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Montevideo. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport is $383. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $707. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Medellin to MVD, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
April is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport (MVD), while June is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Montevideo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Medellin to MVD plane ticket departing in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Montevideo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Montevideo
After booking your flight from Medellin to Carrasco International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montevideo:
Museo del Futbol and Teatre Solís are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Montevideo travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Museo de la Memoria.
Explore more of Uruguay
You've visited Montevideo, now it's time to explore more of Uruguay. Journey about 97 kilometres east to Maldonado to tick off its popular sights. From Plaza San Miguel to Parada 25 - Playa Mansa and Laguna del Diario, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Uruguay, head for Mercedes, about 257 kilometres north-west of Montevideo. Espacio Memoria, Plaza Rivera and Rosedal are key highlights.
