Travelling from Montevideo Airport (MVD) to Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU): what you need to know
Montevideo and Foz do Iguaçu are in the UTC-3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Your MVD to IGU flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Montevideo Airport to Iguassu Falls Airport. Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is a popular stopover on the MVD to IGU route.
Handy information about Montevideo Airport (MVD)
Montevideo Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 86% of flights that take off from MVD reach their destination without delay.
Montevideo Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Montevideo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Montevideo Airport to Iguassu Falls Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near MVD:
Arriving at Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Montevideo Airport to Iguassu Falls Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IGU instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Iguassu Falls Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Unidas or Movida and explore beyond Foz do Iguaçu's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Iguassu Falls Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU) to central Foz do Iguaçu
Iguassu Falls Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Foz do Iguaçu. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU)
The quietest month for a flight from Montevideo Airport to Iguassu Falls Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Foz do Iguaçu based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Foz do Iguaçu is January, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Montevideo Airport to Iguassu Falls Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MVD to IGU in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Londrina is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Foz do Iguaçu. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Jardim Botanico de Londrina, Igapó Lake 1 and Londrina Metropolitan Cathedral.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Brazil, head for Maringa, about 338 kilometres north-east of Foz do Iguaçu. Mesquita de Maringa, Museu Dinamico Interdisciplinar and Parque do Japão are key highlights.