Travelling from Toronto to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): What you need to know
The timezone in Montevideo is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Toronto. Carrasco International Airport is located in Montevideo.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Toronto to MVD.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Toronto to Carrasco International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Toronto Pearson International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Toronto Pearson International Airport, data shows 64% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Toronto to MVD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
62% of flights leaving Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
The journey time to YHM from central Toronto is around 1 hour 50 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Toronto to Carrasco International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land as expected. At YHM, that rate is 71%.
About Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Have a late flight from Toronto to Carrasco International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near MVD and turn out the lights sooner:
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To secure the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Toronto to Carrasco International Airport flight.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Montevideo. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Carrasco International Airport is R 5,334. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 11,300. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Toronto to MVD if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Cheap Toronto to Carrasco International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
September is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Carrasco International Airport (MVD), while February is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Montevideo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Toronto to MVD plane ticket departing in January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Montevideo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Toronto to Carrasco International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Montevideo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Montevideo right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Carrasco International Airport:
Your Montevideo visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Museo del Futbol, Teatre Solís and Rambla Montevideo.
Explore more of Uruguay
Montevideo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Uruguay you'll want to see. Around 97 kilometres east of Montevideo, a trip to Maldonado will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Playa Mansa, Playa Pinares and Plaza San Miguel.
If you want to check out another corner of Uruguay, head for Mercedes, about 257 kilometres northwest of Montevideo. Espacio Memoria, Plaza Rivera and Rosedal are key reasons to visit.
