Travelling from Chicago to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): What you need to know
Chicago has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Carrasco International Airport (MVD) taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Carrasco International Airport is located in Montevideo. The city runs on the UTC-3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Chicago.
Your flight from Chicago to MVD won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Chicago to MVD even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find which cities you could pass through. Miami International Airport (MIA) is an option when departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
ORD is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Carrasco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Carrasco International Airport. Miami International Airport (MIA) is a popular option between Chicago Midway International Airport and MVD.
You can get to MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to MVD flight:
77.88% of flights departing Chicago Midway International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Make catching an early Chicago to Carrasco International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Book a hotel near MVD if you have a late flight from Chicago to Carrasco International Airport. Check in to one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Carrasco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Punta Car or FlexWays and explore beyond Montevideo's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Chicago to Carrasco International Airport flight.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
The centre of Montevideo is around 18 kilometres from Carrasco International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
287 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Carrasco International Airport. A return flight starts at 634 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to MVD. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Chicago to Carrasco International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Carrasco International Airport (MVD). June is when most people visit Montevideo. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in April.
Lock in a Chicago to MVD plane ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Montevideo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Carrasco International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Montevideo
Start your Montevideo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Carrasco International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Museo del Futbol and Teatre Solís are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Montevideo must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Museo de la Memoria.
Explore more of Uruguay
Montevideo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Uruguay just waiting to be discovered. About 97 kilometres east of Montevideo, a trip to Maldonado will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Plaza San Miguel, Parada 25 - Playa Mansa and Laguna del Diario.
Mercedes is another sought-after destination in Uruguay and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Montevideo. No trip is complete without visiting Espacio Memoria, Plaza Rivera and Rosedal.