Travelling from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens is five hours ahead of Montevideo and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your MVD to ATH flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Carrasco International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is a popular stopover on the MVD to ATH route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Carrasco International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is £435. A round-trip plane ticket is currently £913. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from MVD to ATH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Carrasco International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MVD to ATH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Carrasco International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Carrasco International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from MVD touch down on schedule 88.91% of the time.
Central Montevideo to Carrasco International Airport is approximately 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MVD? If you're catching an early flight from Carrasco International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Book a hotel near ATH if you're taking a late Carrasco International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to central Athens has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 25 miles away.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Carrasco International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Carrasco International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MVD to ATH sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Athens, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Travel around 190 miles north to Thessaloniki to tick off its top sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Larisa is another favourite destination in Greece and is around 130 miles north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without dropping by Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.