Flying from Vancouver to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Vancouver to Carrasco International Airport (MVD), there's a good range of airports you can jet off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's major terminals.
The timezone in Montevideo is UTC-3, which is four hours ahead of Vancouver. Carrasco International Airport is located in Montevideo.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to MVD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
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71.77% of flights departing from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 15 minutes.
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Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The journey to YXX from central Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Carrasco International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Abbotsford Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
Flights that leave from YXX arrive at their final stop on schedule 67.97% of the time.
About Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Carrasco International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MVD instead:
Grab a Carrasco International Airport rental car and explore Montevideo and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Punta Car and FlexWays are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Carrasco International Airport flight.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Montevideo. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
371 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Carrasco International Airport. Return flights start from 949 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Vancouver to MVD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Montevideo. June is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Carrasco International Airport (MVD), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Montevideo is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Vancouver to MVD plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Carrasco International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Montevideo
Start your Montevideo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Carrasco International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Museo del Futbol, Teatre Solís and Museo de la Memoria are must-do's during your Montevideo adventure.
Explore more of Uruguay
Montevideo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Uruguay waiting to be explored. About 97 kilometres east of Montevideo, a visit to Maldonado will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Plaza San Miguel, Parada 25 - Playa Mansa and Laguna del Diario.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Uruguay, consider Mercedes, about 257 kilometres north-west of Montevideo. Espacio Memoria, Plaza Rivera and Rosedal are among its highlights.
