Flying from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): what you need to know
A direct flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Carrasco International Airport takes 5 hours 5 minutes, on average. Montevideo's timezone is UTC-3 — the same as Recife.
Each week, there are 2 flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Carrasco International Airport. To jet off as early as possible, opt for the 09:15 Azul flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from REC to MVD is 15:35 with Azul.
Traveling over a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
To see if you need a visa to enter Uruguay, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from REC to MVD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
C$219 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Carrasco International Airport. A return flight starts at C$514. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap flight tickets from REC to MVD by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Carrasco International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The journey from central Recife to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport takes about 1 hour and 17 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near REC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Carrasco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Carrasco International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MVD instead:
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
From Carrasco International Airport, Montevideo is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 36 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 56 minutes.
When to fly to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
June is the most popular month for flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Carrasco International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Montevideo in April.
Before locking in your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Carrasco International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Montevideo, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from REC to MVD in July. Average temperatures are between 6ºC and 15ºC then.
More about Montevideo
After locking in your flights from REC to MVD, you'll want to find a place to stay in Montevideo. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Ciudad Vieja, Mercado Del Puerto and Plaza Independencia are top attractions which should feature on any good Montevideo itinerary.
Complete your Montevideo trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Carrasco International Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Montevideo.