Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): what you need to know
Montevideo is one hour ahead of Durham and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Your RDU to MVD flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Carrasco International Airport. Many travellers pass through Miami International Airport when flying between RDU and MVD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Currently, $844 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Carrasco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,315. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RDU to MVD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Carrasco International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights leaving Raleigh-Durham International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from RDU.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Carrasco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
If you're arriving on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Carrasco International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MVD:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Carrasco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Punta Car or FlexWays to explore Montevideo and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Carrasco International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Montevideo. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Carrasco International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Montevideo. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Montevideo is January, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Carrasco International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RDU to MVD sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Uruguay
Salto is just one of the many places in Uruguay waiting to be explored after you've seen Montevideo. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Mural de Edi Cavani, Martín José and Museo Escultórico Edmundo Prati.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Uruguay, consider Paysandu, roughly 338 kilometres north-west of Montevideo. Ana Hernández, Monumento a la Libertad and SkatePark are highlights.