Cheap flights to Montevideo

Discover Montevideo

Reasons To Visit Montevideo

Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, is known for its exceptional standard of living and huge range of historic, cultural and modern attractions. One of the best places to start off your exploration is in the Old Town district which is home to a wealth of beautiful architecture and historic landmarks, or enjoy a cup of mate tea which is beloved as a local delicacy. Head down to the Rambla waterfront area which stretches over 20 km along the coast where you will find locals and travelers enjoying life both day and evening.

Arriving In Montevideo

Carrasco International Airport is located around 15 km outside of Montevideo and is set within a single passenger terminal. Travelers wishing to book flights from the UAE to Montevideo won’t find any nonstop flights as there are no airlines offering direct services from the UAE. However, there are a couple of flight options available which would involve only a single stopover from the UAE, making the journey a lot more convenient.

At Carrasco International Airport you can enjoy a broad range of facilities and amenities, so there are many ways to keep yourself occupied as your wait for your flight to be called. Along with plenty of dining and drinking establishments comprising everything from fast food to quality restaurants, the airport offers travelers duty free shopping as well as a selection of miscellaneous shops. Other amenities offered at the airport include free Wi-Fi, airport lounges and spa and salon treatments to pamper yourself. You can also rent a car in Montevideo, if you want to explore the country at your leisure.

Montevideo Travel Information

Where to stay: Ratings and booking information for the best hotels in Montevideo for every budget

UAE will have to apply for a visa before traveling to Uruguay, so give yourself plenty of time before your journey to get an application completed. The hottest period of the year in Montevideo is from December to March which sees average highs of 25 to 28 degrees, while temperatures can get surprisingly cool over the winter so you will need some warm clothing with you from June until September. You will need to put your clocks back by 7 hours when you get to Montevideo to be on local time, while the currency needed in Uruguay is the Uruguayan peso.

* This information is correct as of March 2018

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