Flying from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Guayaquil's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Guayaquil two hours behind Montevideo.
Leave plenty of time to make your MVD to GYE flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Carrasco International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MVD and GYE include:
Jorge Chavez International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Carrasco International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight is $383. A return plane ticket right now is $720. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MVD to GYE, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Carrasco International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
88.91% of flights departing from Carrasco International Airport land at their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of MVD.
Central Montevideo to Carrasco International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MVD? If you're catching an early flight from Carrasco International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Carrasco International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GYE instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Goldcar and explore beyond Guayaquil's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Guayaquil. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The quietest month for a flight from Carrasco International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Guayaquil based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Guayaquil is November, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Carrasco International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
August has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MVD to GYE around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Ecuador
Guayaquil is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Ecuador just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres north-east of Guayaquil, a trip to Quito will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Quito Old Town, Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo.
Around 129 kilometres south-east of Guayaquil, Cuenca is another essential stop in Ecuador. No visit is complete without checking out El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.