Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Montevideo Airport (MVD): what you need to know
The timezone in Montevideo is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Washington DC.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IAD to MVD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Montevideo Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IAD and MVD:
Miami International Airport
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Montevideo Airport (MVD)
$493 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Montevideo Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,067. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from IAD to MVD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Montevideo Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from IAD to MVD.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
77% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Washington Dulles Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near IAD. Whether you have an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Montevideo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Montevideo Airport (MVD)
If you're getting in on a late Washington Dulles Airport to Montevideo Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near MVD:
Hit the road running by picking up a Montevideo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Punta Car or FlexWays and explore beyond Montevideo's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Montevideo Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Montevideo Airport (MVD)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Montevideo Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Montevideo. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Montevideo is January, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Montevideo Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from IAD to MVD in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Uruguay
Salto is just one of the many places in Uruguay waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Montevideo. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Hot Springs of Arapey, Acuamania and Lago Salto Grande. Salto, Uruguay.
Around 338 kilometres north-west of Montevideo, Paysandu is another favourite stop in Uruguay. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Museo de la Tradición, Catedral Basilica de Paysandu and Palacio Rizzo.