Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): what you need to know
The timezone in Montevideo is UTC-3, which is 14 hours behind Sydney.
Leave enough time to catch your SYD to MVD flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Carrasco International Airport. Many passengers pass through Arturo Merino Benitez Airport when flying between SYD and MVD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Carrasco International Airport flight is R 14,352. A return ticket is currently R 26,242. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from SYD to MVD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Carrasco International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SYD to MVD.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Carrasco International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, 69.62% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Carrasco International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near SYD:
Arriving at Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Carrasco International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MVD instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Carrasco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Punta Car or FlexWays and explore beyond Montevideo's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Carrasco International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport to the centre of Montevideo has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
June is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Carrasco International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Montevideo in April.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Carrasco International Airport for January if you want to go to Montevideo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to MVD in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Uruguay
Montevideo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Uruguay waiting to be explored. Around 418 kilometres north-west of Montevideo, a trip to Salto will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Mural de Edi Cavani, Martín José and Museo Escultórico Edmundo Prati.
Paysandu is another sought-after destination in Uruguay and is around 338 kilometres north-west of Montevideo. No trip is complete without experiencing Ana Hernández, Monumento a la Libertad and SkatePark.