Flying from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is four hours behind Montevideo and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MVD to SFO flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Carrasco International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MVD and SFO:
Tocumen International Airport
Miami International Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Carrasco International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is Rs150,549. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs295,981. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MVD to SFO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Carrasco International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
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Handy information about Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Carrasco International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MVD arrive at their destination as scheduled 88.91% of the time.
Carrasco International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Montevideo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MVD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Carrasco International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Carrasco International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and explore San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Carrasco International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit San Francisco. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC. Book your flights from Carrasco International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MVD to SFO around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Fresno is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without seeing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
