Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport
Ciudad de la Costa, Uruguay

Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport
Uruguay's primary international gateway near Montevideo.
- ›The current terminal was designed by architect Rafael Viñoly and opened in 2009.
- ›The airport is named after Uruguayan General Cesáreo L. Berisso.
- ›It is located in Canelones Department, not within Montevideo city limits.
- ›PLUNA, Uruguay's former national airline, used MVD as its primary hub before ceasing operations in 2012.
- ›The facility handles the vast majority of Uruguay's international air traffic.
Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport, serving Montevideo and the greater metropolitan area, has been Uruguay's primary international hub since the mid-20th century. Rebuilt and modernized with a striking terminal designed by Rafael Viñoly Architects, inaugurated in 2009, it blends contemporary architecture with efficient passenger flow. The airport handles the bulk of Uruguay's international traffic, connecting the country to South America, Europe, and North America.
- Main Terminal — A single unified terminal featuring the award-winning Rafael Viñoly-designed structure with departures, arrivals, retail, and dining across multiple levels.
- Taxi and remis services available at the arrivals exit with regulated fares to central Montevideo
- COT and other intercity bus services connecting the airport to Montevideo's Tres Cruces terminal
- Car rental desks from major international brands located in the arrivals hall
- Rideshare apps including Uber and Cabify operate from the airport
- Private transfer and shuttle services bookable in advance for hotel drop-offs
- Sofitel Montevideo Casino Carrasco & Spa
- NH Collection Montevideo
- Courtyard by Marriott Montevideo
- Holiday Inn Montevideo
- Hotel Regency Carrasco
Inside the terminal, passengers will find cafés, a food court, and sit-down restaurants offering Uruguayan staples such as chivito sandwiches and empanadas alongside international options. The duty-free zone includes wine and spirits shops showcasing Uruguay's growing Tannat wine reputation. Just outside the airport in the Carrasco and Ciudad de la Costa neighborhoods, a range of parrillas and seafood restaurants provide excellent local dining before or after a flight.
- Allow extra time for immigration and customs during peak summer season (December–February) when tourist arrivals surge.
- Uruguayan pesos are accepted everywhere but US dollars and Argentine pesos are widely used; exchange money inside the terminal for fair rates.
- The taxi fare to central Montevideo is roughly 30–40 minutes depending on traffic; confirm the rate before boarding.
- Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal — look for the airport network and register with your email.
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Carrasco/General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport is the main international airport of Uruguay. It is the country's largest airport and is located in the Carrasco neighborhood of Montevideo. It has been cited as one of the most efficient and traveler-friendly airports in Latin America.
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