Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Montevideo Airport (MVD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Montevideo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours 15 minutes.
Montevideo's timezone is UTC-3, making Montevideo two hours ahead of Miami.
To ensure you get on your MIA to MVD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Montevideo (and then seeing more of Uruguay!) is a cinch with American Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Miami International Airport to Montevideo Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating MIA to MVD flights, American Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Miami International Airport to Montevideo Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MIA and MVD:
Bogota Airport
Lima Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Montevideo Airport (MVD)
Rs86,141 is the lowest price for a one-way Miami International Airport to Montevideo Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs192,254. These fares can change based on demand.
Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MIA to MVD.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Montevideo Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
When it comes to Miami International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Miami to Miami International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Miami International Airport to Montevideo Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to MIA:
Arriving at Montevideo Airport (MVD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Miami International Airport to Montevideo Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MVD instead:
Pick up a Montevideo Airport rental car and discover Montevideo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Punta Car and FlexWays are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Montevideo Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Montevideo Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Montevideo Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Montevideo. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Montevideo Airport (MVD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Miami International Airport to Montevideo Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Montevideo. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Montevideo is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Miami International Airport to Montevideo Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 15ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MIA to MVD sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Uruguay
You've done Montevideo, now it's time to discover more of Uruguay. Journey about 418 kilometres north-west to Salto to check off its top attractions. From Hot Springs of Arapey to Acuamania and Lago Salto Grande. Salto, Uruguay, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Uruguay, head for Paysandu, roughly 338 kilometres north-west of Montevideo. Museo de la Tradición, Catedral Basilica de Paysandu and Palacio Rizzo are among the biggest draws.