Is a 45 min layover in Montevideo long enough?

MVD · Carrasco International · Montevideo, Uruguay
It Depends

A 45 minutes layover at MVD (Montevideo) is tight — it may or may not be enough.

Workable for domestic connections but tight for any international leg requiring immigration processing.
Concourses
1
Max Transit
12m
Avg. Security
10m
Primary Hub
Domestic → Domestic
40min
tight
Domestic → International
50min
International → Domestic
60min
International → International
55min
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Because MVD has a single terminal, focus your time on immigration and security lines rather than terminal transfers.
If connecting from an international arrival to a domestic or onward international flight, budget extra time for immigration and customs re-entry into the sterile area.
Flight frequencies to/from Montevideo are relatively low, so a missed connection can mean a long wait for the next flight.
Duty-free and dining options are limited, so don't plan on a long layover for entertainment—use the time to simply relax.
Signage is in Spanish and English and the airport is easy to navigate, so stress from wayfinding is minimal.
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Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
All gates are located within one compact terminal building, so passengers simply walk between gates on the same level. There are no interterminal trains or buses required. International arrivals passing through immigration and customs before a domestic connection will need to re-clear security to reach the gate area.
Is 45 minutes enough for a layover at Carrasco International (MVD)?

Workable for domestic connections but tight for any international leg requiring immigration processing.

What is the minimum connection time at MVD?

Minimum connection times at Carrasco International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 40 minutes, International-to-International is 55 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 45 minutes connection at MVD on an international flight?

45 minutes is below the 55-minute international MCT at Carrasco International. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. All gates are located within one compact terminal building, so passengers simply walk between gates on the same level. There are no interterminal trains or buses required. International arrivals passing through immigration and customs before a domestic connection will need to re-clear security to reach the gate area.

How much time do I need for a layover at MVD?

We recommend at least 1 hour for a comfortable connection at Carrasco International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 10 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 12 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at MVD?

If you miss a connection, head straight to your airline's ticket counter in the main terminal, as MVD has few daily flights so rebooking may involve waiting until the next day; most carriers operating here (LATAM, Amaszonas, GOL, Aerolíneas Argentinas) have staffed counters for rebooking.

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