MONTEVIDEOLeaving Montevideo–Carrasco International: transport guide
Calm, well-organized airport. Official COT/Tres Cruces buses or fixed-fare taxi/remise — minimal scam risk. Uber and Cabify legal and reliable.
MVD (Montevideo–Carrasco International) serves Montevideo, Uruguay. The recommended way out is Take Uber/Cabify or COT bus to city centre (~UYU$1,500–UYU$2,200 taxi / UYU$140 bus, 25–35 min taxi / 40–60 min bus). Pickup: COT bus bay outside Arrivals; rideshare at curb.
- UYU$1,500–UYU$2,200ExpectedWhat locals pay
- UYU$3,500+ConcerningAsk for the meter
- UYU$5,000+ unauthorizedScamWalk away
Take Uber/Cabify or COT bus to city centre
- Typical fare
- UYU$1,500–UYU$2,200 taxi / UYU$140 bus
- Journey time
- 25–35 min taxi / 40–60 min bus
- Pickup
- COT bus bay outside Arrivals; rideshare at curb
Every way out, ranked
- 1
Uber / Cabify
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- UYU$1,200–UYU$1,800
- Journey
- 25–35 min
- Wait
- 3–10 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card
Pros- Cheap
- Tracked
Cons - 2
Fixed-fare taxi (desk)
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- UYU$1,500–UYU$2,200
- Journey
- 25–35 min
- Wait
- Immediate
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Regulated
Cons - 3
COT bus to Tres Cruces
- Cost
- UYU$140
- Journey
- 40–60 min
- Wait
- Every 30 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Cheap
- Comfortable
Cons- Tres Cruces is a transfer hub
- 4
Remise (pre-booked car)
- Cost
- UYU$1,800–UYU$2,500
- Journey
- 25–35 min
- Wait
- Pre-arranged
- Payment
- 💳 Card
Pros- Premium
Cons- Pricier
From gate to city
- 1Clear immigration
- 2Collect bags, clear customs
- 3Choose Uber/Cabify (door-to-door), fixed-fare taxi, or COT bus
- 4COT bus tickets at the kiosk
- 5Total to Pocitos/Centro: 25–35 min
- Card (foreign card for VAT-free)
- Uber/Cabify installed
- Hotel address
Common scams & payment traps
- Cards accepted nearly everywhere; foreign cards get tax-free benefit on tourism services
None of significance
Medium riskCarrasco is one of the most low-scam airports in the region.
HOW TO AVOID · Standard care with bags; use the desks and apps as listed.
What locals & travellers say
“Foreign cards skip the 22% VAT on restaurants, hotels and car hire — pay by card.”
- "Foreign cards skip the 22% VAT on restaurants, hotels and car hire — pay by card." — Tax-free for tourists
Take it with you
MVD arrival FAQs
- What is the safest way to leave Montevideo–Carrasco International?
- Take Uber/Cabify or COT bus to city centre. Cash UYU not always needed — Uruguay is highly cashless.
- Are taxis at MVD safe?
- Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals, confirm the meter is on before pulling away, and never accept a fare from someone approaching you inside the terminal. Risk profile for this airport: low.
- Is ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt, Grab or similar) available at MVD?
- Yes — Uber / Cabify works at MVD. Typical cost UYU$1,200–UYU$1,800, journey ~25–35 min. Use the in-app pickup point rather than the arrivals curb.
- How much should a taxi from MVD to the city centre cost?
- Expected fare on the MVD → Pocitos route is roughly UYU$1,500–UYU$2,200. Anything around UYU$3,500+ is high — UYU$5,000+ unauthorized is a scam. Fares vary with traffic, time of day and taxi type, so confirm before you get in.
- Do I need cash for a taxi at MVD?
- Carry small local notes — Fixed-fare taxi (desk) expects card & cash. A backup card with no FX fees helps if a driver claims the terminal is broken.
- Where is the official taxi pickup at Montevideo–Carrasco International?
- COT bus bay outside Arrivals; rideshare at curb. If you can't see a marked rank with a dispatcher or queue, walk back inside and ask at the information desk — never take an offer from someone roaming arrivals.
- Is MVD safe to arrive at late at night?
- MVD is generally manageable at night if you stick to the official taxi rank or pre-book a transfer. Avoid empty bus stops and outdoor pickup zones, and confirm your ride is moving before sharing personal details.
- What scams should I watch for at MVD?
- The most reported at MVD: None of significance. See the scams section above for how each one works and how to avoid it.
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- Last updated
- June 2026
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