Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): what you need to know
The timezone in Montevideo is UTC-3, which is four hours behind Frankfurt.
Your FRA to MVD flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Carrasco International Airport. These are the top stopovers between FRA and MVD:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Right now, RM2,184 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Carrasco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM3,909. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FRA to MVD if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt Airport to Carrasco International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Frankfurt Airport to Carrasco International Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
67.47% of flights departing from Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Frankfurt Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Carrasco International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to FRA:
Arriving at Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Frankfurt Airport to Carrasco International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MVD instead:
Pick up a Carrasco International Airport rental car and discover Montevideo and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Punta Car and FlexWays are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Carrasco International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport to central Montevideo has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Carrasco International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Montevideo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Carrasco International Airport for January if you want to visit Montevideo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FRA to MVD in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
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