Travelling from Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to Montevideo Airport (MVD): what you need to know
The timezone in Montevideo is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Guayaquil.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your GYE to MVD flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guayaquil Airport to Montevideo Airport. These are the top stopovers between GYE and MVD:
Bogota Airport
Lima Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to Montevideo Airport (MVD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Guayaquil Airport to Montevideo Airport flight is $643. A return ticket right now is $1,329. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from GYE to MVD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Guayaquil Airport to Montevideo Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from GYE to MVD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Guayaquil Airport to Montevideo Airport.
Handy information about Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
Guayaquil Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 90% of flights that depart GYE arrive at their destination on time.
Guayaquil Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Guayaquil. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near GYE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Guayaquil Airport to Montevideo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Montevideo Airport (MVD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Guayaquil Airport to Montevideo Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MVD instead:
Explore without limits with a Montevideo Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Punta Car or FlexWays and find adventure across Montevideo and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Montevideo Airport about three weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Montevideo Airport (MVD)
June is the most popular month for flights from Guayaquil Airport to Montevideo Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Montevideo in March.
The warmest month in Montevideo is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Guayaquil Airport to Montevideo Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GYE to MVD in July. Average temperatures are between 6ºC and 15ºC then.
Explore more of Uruguay
Salto is just one of the many places in Uruguay waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Montevideo. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Hot Springs of Arapey, Acuamania and Lago Salto Grande. Salto, Uruguay.
Paysandu is another well-known destination in Uruguay and is around 338 kilometres north-west of Montevideo. No journey is complete without seeing Museo de la Tradición, Catedral Basilica de Paysandu and Palacio Rizzo.