Flying from Montevideo Airport (MVD) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Montevideo Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Montevideo and Rio de Janeiro are in the same timezone, UTC-3.
Every week, there are 13 Montevideo Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, jump on the 02:30 Gol flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:55 with Gol.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your MVD to GIG flight.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Montevideo Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. When you're ready to start your Rio de Janeiro holiday, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of Brazil:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with JetSmart on this route.
GOL Linhas Aéreas is the most punctual carrier offering MVD to GIG flights. An impressive 98.55% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Montevideo Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MVD and GIG:
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport
Handy information about Montevideo Airport (MVD)
Montevideo Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 86% of flights that take off from MVD arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Montevideo Airport from central Montevideo, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near MVD? If you're boarding an early flight from Montevideo Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
If you're arriving on a late Montevideo Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Go where the road takes you with a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Rio de Janeiro and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to central Rio de Janeiro has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
The quietest month for a flight from Montevideo Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Rio de Janeiro based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from Montevideo Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MVD to GIG sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.