Travelling from London to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): What you need to know
Choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from London to Carrasco International Airport (MVD). Check out your options for jetting out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Carrasco International Airport is located in Montevideo. The city is in the UTC-3 timezone and is three hours behind London.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London 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.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from London to MVD departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Carrasco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from London to Carrasco International Airport. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is a popular option between London Gatwick Airport and MVD.
You can arrive at LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your London to MVD flight? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
When looking for a plane ticket from London to Carrasco International Airport (MVD) out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a pit stop at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), one of the most popular transit hubs on this route.
The journey to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Carrasco International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that take off from STN arrive at their destination as scheduled 64.73% of the time.
About Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Reserve a hotel close to MVD if you have a late flight from London to Carrasco International Airport. Pick one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Grab a Carrasco International Airport rental car and discover Montevideo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Punta Car and FlexWays are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your London to Carrasco International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport to central Montevideo is roughly 18 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Right now, R 8,772 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Carrasco International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 18,049. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from London to MVD, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your London to Carrasco International Airport ticket.
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Lock in a cheap flight from London to Carrasco International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Carrasco International Airport (MVD), while June is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Montevideo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Montevideo is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your London to MVD plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Carrasco International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Montevideo
Once you've booked your flight from London to Carrasco International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montevideo:
There are plenty of things to do in Montevideo when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Museo del Futbol followed by Teatre Solís and Museo de la Memoria.
Explore more of Uruguay
You've seen Montevideo, now it's time to discover other corners of Uruguay. Journey around 97 kilometres east to Maldonado to check off its top sights. From Plaza San Miguel to Parada 25 - Playa Mansa and Laguna del Diario, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres north-west of Montevideo, Mercedes is another favourite stop in Uruguay. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Espacio Memoria, Plaza Rivera and Rosedal.