Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD): what you need to know
Montevideo is two hours ahead of Houston and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IAH to MVD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Carrasco International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between IAH and MVD:
Miami International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Jorge Chavez International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
P99,229 is currently the best price for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Carrasco International Airport flight. A return flight starts from P82,167. These prices may change depending on demand.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from IAH to MVD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Carrasco International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Carrasco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Of all flights departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach George Bush Intercontinental Airport from central Houston, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near IAH. Whether you have an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Carrasco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
If you're getting in on a late George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Carrasco International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near MVD:
Travel at your own pace with a Carrasco International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Punta Car or FlexWays and chase adventure across Montevideo and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Carrasco International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to central Montevideo
Carrasco International Airport to central Montevideo has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
June is the most popular month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Carrasco International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Montevideo in April.
The warmest month in Montevideo is January, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Carrasco International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from IAH to MVD in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Uruguay
Montevideo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Uruguay you should also see. About 418 kilometres north-west of Montevideo, a visit to Salto will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Mural de Edi Cavani, Martín José and Museo Escultórico Edmundo Prati.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Uruguay, consider Paysandu, about 338 kilometres north-west of Montevideo. Ana Hernández, Monumento a la Libertad and SkatePark are among the biggest draws.
