Flying from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to Carrasco International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Porto Alegre and Montevideo are in the same timezone, UTC-3.
There are four Salgado Filho International Airport to Carrasco International Airport flights each week to choose from.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your POA to MVD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Azul is your gateway to discovering Montevideo (and perhaps some other great parts of Uruguay!). Browse the direct flights from Salgado Filho International Airport to Carrasco International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with Azul on this route.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Salgado Filho International Airport to Carrasco International Airport. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is a popular stopover on the POA to MVD route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
£80 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Salgado Filho International Airport to Carrasco International Airport flight. Return flights start from £163. These prices can change based on demand.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from POA to MVD.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Salgado Filho International Airport to Carrasco International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Salgado Filho International Airport to Carrasco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
Of the departures from Salgado Filho International Airport, 76.68% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Porto Alegre to Salgado Filho International Airport is approximately 7 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near POA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to Carrasco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Salgado Filho International Airport to Carrasco International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MVD instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Carrasco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Punta Car or FlexWays and explore beyond Montevideo's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Carrasco International Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport to the centre of Montevideo has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 12 miles away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
June is the most popular month for flights from Salgado Filho International Airport to Carrasco International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Montevideo in April.
The warmest month in Montevideo is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Salgado Filho International Airport to Carrasco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from POA to MVD in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Uruguay
You've seen Montevideo, now it's time to explore more of Uruguay. Travel about 260 miles north-west to Salto to tick off its top attractions. From Mural de Edi Cavani to Martín José and Museo Escultórico Edmundo Prati, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Uruguay, head for Paysandu, about 210 miles north-west of Montevideo. Ana Hernández, Monumento a la Libertad and SkatePark are the start of reasons to visit.