Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Carrasco International Airport (MVD) out of here.
The timezone in Montevideo is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Fort Lauderdale. Carrasco International Airport is located in Montevideo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to MVD.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Whether you're hoping to visit a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to MVD.
FLL is about 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Carrasco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport's on-time performance, 73.74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Carrasco International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near MVD and hit the lights earlier:
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Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Fort Lauderdale to Carrasco International Airport flight.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport to the centre of Montevideo is roughly 18 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
341 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Carrasco International Airport. Return flights start from 747 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to MVD, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Fort Lauderdale to Carrasco International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Carrasco International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Carrasco International Airport (MVD). June is the most popular month to visit Montevideo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Montevideo is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Fort Lauderdale to MVD plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July sees temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Carrasco International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Montevideo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Montevideo right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Carrasco International Airport:
Your Montevideo trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Museo del Futbol, Teatre Solís and Museo de la Memoria.
Explore more of Uruguay
Maldonado is just one of the many cities in Uruguay waiting to be discovered once you've seen Montevideo. Around 97 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include 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 dropping by Espacio Memoria, Plaza Rivera and Rosedal.