Montevideo Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Montevideo Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

Montevideo’s new, immaculately clean facility is an easy 40 min (33 peso) bus ride from the center of town. It was a great place to sleep. – MuchosViejos

MVD Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Montevideo Carrasco International Airport.

What to Expect

Montevideo Airport (code: MVD) consists of a modern, small terminal with a few shops, eateries and other services. Travellers report that the airport and staff are highly efficient. WiFi and plenty of power outlets are available throughout the airport. Additional services and comforts—including showers—can be found through fee-based access to one of the airport’s first-class lounges.

Sleeping in Montevideo Airport

Travellers report good experiences sleeping in this airport, with accommodating staff, comfortable padded benches and limited noise. A third-floor terrace area has been cited for its seclusion and quiet, though travellers should bring insect repellent as the potted plants reportedly attract mosquitos. The terminal can also get cold, so consider bringing extra layers or a travel blanket if you intend to spend the night. There are hotels near the airport for uninterrupted sleep. See our Airport Hotels section below for locations.

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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.

Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

No dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones exist. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Carrasco Airport:

Hampton by Hilton Montevideo Carrasco (0.7 mi/1.1 km) Mid-range hotel. Taxi required (no airport shuttle; pick-up can be arranged through the hotel).

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door or through a lounge membership program.

Aeropuertos VIP Club Partidas – Location: Airside. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door • Lounge membership programs.
Aeropuertos VIP Club (Arrivals) – Location: Landside. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door (US$ 45).

Food & Drinks

Food concessions operate on varying schedules. The following options are open 24 hours: McCafe (1st Floor, landside) • Patria Cafe (1st Floor, landside).

Drinking Water
Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Luggage storage is available for UYU 270 per item, per 24-hour period. Items must be presented at the Information Desk for processing. Location: Public Arrivals Hall, ground floor (central area).

Mobile Charging

At the time of this update, we had no information about mobile charging availability. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Showers

Showers are available in the Aeropuertos VIP Lounge [ see Airport Lounges above ]

WiFi / Internet

Free WiFi is available at Montevideo Airport. Connect to the “Antel-Wi-fi” network.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs operated by BROU and HSBC are available. Fees may apply; check with your bank before travelling internationally. Location: Landside, near the main entrance.

Baby Care Facilities – Baby change facilities are available throughout the terminal.

Baggage Carts – Available throughout the terminal.

Banking Services – HSBC operates a full-service branch.

Children’s Play Area – Located airside in the East Wing. Access is limited to children under seven years of age.

Currency Exchange -Global Exchange operates a 24-hour kiosk in the Arrivals Hall (landside). Additional Cambio Exchange kiosks are available in Departures and Baggage Claim.

Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shops and a small selection of retail stores are available, including a Britt convenience shop.

Information Desk – Located landside near the main entrance. Open 24 hours.

Luggage Wrapping – SecureBag luggage wrapping is available in the Departures Hall (landside). Fees are not confirmed.

Spa and Salon Services – A unisex salon (Peluqueria Aeropuerto) operates in the Arrivals Hall (landside).

Terrace – A terrace level offers a small green space for relaxation.

Travel Agencies – Several travel agencies operate in the terminal, including Abtour (location unverified) and Jorge Martinez in the Departures Hall.

Airlines

Montevideo Airport is served by the following airlines: Aerolíneas Argentinas • Air Europa • Amaszonas Uruguay • American Airlines • Avianca • Azul Brazilian Airlines • Copa Airlines • FlyBondi • GOL • Iberia • LATAM • Paranair.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Bus

MVD Airport is well connected to the bus system. Whether you need a bus to the city centre or a long-distance coach, the airport has an option for you. For more information, visit the Montevideo Airport website.

Car Rentals

Avis, Budget, Europcar and Hertz offer car rental services onsite. Location: Arrivals Hall.

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxi

Taxis are readily available in the ground transportation area.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

Last updated: 2026-03-17

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.