Flying from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Montevideo Airport (MVD): what you need to know
Montevideo's timezone is UTC-3, making Montevideo five hours ahead of Seattle.
Your SEA to MVD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to visit a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Montevideo Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Miami International Airport is a well-known stop between SEA and MVD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Montevideo Airport (MVD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Montevideo Airport flight is R 8,921. A return fare is currently R 18,229. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SEA to MVD, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Montevideo Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SEA to MVD.
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Handy information about Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
80% of flights leaving Seattle / Tacoma International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of SEA.
To get to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport from central Seattle, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Montevideo Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near SEA:
Arriving at Montevideo Airport (MVD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Montevideo Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MVD instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Montevideo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Punta Car or FlexWays and see more of Montevideo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Montevideo Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Montevideo Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
From Montevideo Airport, Montevideo is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Montevideo Airport (MVD)
The quietest month for a flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Montevideo Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Montevideo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Montevideo Airport for January if you want to visit Montevideo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SEA to MVD in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Uruguay
Salto is just one of the many places in Uruguay waiting to be explored once you've seen Montevideo. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Hot Springs of Arapey, Acuamania and Lago Salto Grande. Salto, Uruguay.
Around 338 kilometres north-west of Montevideo, Paysandu is another essential stop in Uruguay. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Museo de la Tradición, Catedral Basilica de Paysandu and Palacio Rizzo.
