Travelling from Montevideo Airport (MVD) to Iguazu Airport (IGR): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your MVD to IGR flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to explore a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Montevideo Airport to Iguazu Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport is a sought-after stop between MVD and IGR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montevideo Airport (MVD) to Iguazu Airport (IGR)
At the moment, Rs48,887 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Montevideo Airport to Iguazu Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs82,306. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from MVD to IGR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Montevideo Airport to Iguazu Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MVD to IGR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Montevideo Airport to Iguazu Airport.
Handy information about Montevideo Airport (MVD)
86% of flights leaving Montevideo Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from MVD.
Montevideo Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Montevideo. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MVD? If you're boarding an early flight from Montevideo Airport to Iguazu Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Iguazu Airport (IGR)
Consider checking in to Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls after your Montevideo Airport to Iguazu Airport flight. It's not too far from IGR and a comfortable option if you'd like to relax as soon as possible.
Travel at your own pace with a Iguazu Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Fit or Cactus and see more of Puerto Iguazú and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Iguazu Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Iguazu Airport (IGR) to central Puerto Iguazú
Iguazu Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Puerto Iguazú. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Iguazu Airport (IGR)
The quietest month for a flight from Montevideo Airport to Iguazu Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Puerto Iguazú based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Puerto Iguazú is January, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from Montevideo Airport to Iguazu Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MVD to IGR in July. Average temperatures are between 10ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of Argentina
Puerto Iguazú is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Argentina just waiting to be explored. About 483 kilometres south-west of Puerto Iguazú, a trip to Resistencia will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Centro Cultural Marechal, Parque Nacional El Impenetrable and Museo de las Esculturas Urbanas del Mundo.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Argentina, consider Corrientes, roughly 467 kilometres south-west of Puerto Iguazú. Esteros de Ibera, Museo del Carnaval y Chamamé Casa Ñanderecó and Catedral de Corrientes are among its highlights.