Travelling from Seattle to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll board your flight from Seattle to Carrasco International Airport (MVD). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are Seattle's main airports.
The timezone in Montevideo is UTC-3, which is four hours ahead of Seattle. Carrasco International Airport is located in Montevideo.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seattle to MVD, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Whether you're eager to discover a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Miami International Airport (MIA) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Seattle to MVD.
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seattle to Carrasco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SEA arrive on schedule 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can get to LKE from central Seattle in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Seattle to MVD flight:
About Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Carrasco International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MVD:
Grab a Carrasco International Airport rental car and explore Montevideo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Punta Car and FlexWays are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Seattle to Carrasco International Airport flight.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
The centre of Montevideo is roughly 18 kilometres from Carrasco International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Carrasco International Airport is $1,280. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $2,003. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Seattle to MVD, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Seattle to Carrasco International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Nail down a great price on a flight from Seattle to Carrasco International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Seattle to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
April is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Carrasco International Airport (MVD), while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Montevideo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Seattle to MVD flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. January is the warmest month in Montevideo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Carrasco International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 15ºC.
More about Montevideo
Start your Montevideo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Carrasco International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are plenty of things to do in Montevideo when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Museo del Futbol followed by Teatre Solís and Museo de la Memoria.
Explore more of Uruguay
Montevideo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Uruguay waiting to be discovered. Around 97 kilometres east of Montevideo, a visit to Maldonado will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Plaza San Miguel, Parada 25 - Playa Mansa and Laguna del Diario.
Mercedes is another essential stop in Uruguay and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Montevideo. No journey is complete without a visit to Espacio Memoria, Plaza Rivera and Rosedal.
