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Before your flight to Montevideo, you will need to exchange a few US Dollars for the Uruguayan Peso. EWR has multiple currency exchanges by Travelex where you can get these services. for departing travelers, the most conveniently located ones can be found in the International Departures area of Terminal C1 near Gate 90, Terminal B2 Satellite, and the Concourse of Terminal B3 Satellite.

As long as you aren’t traveling to Montevideo on a diplomatic passport or are planning to stay in the country for less than 90 days, a visa is not necessary. However, you will still need your passport which should be valid at the time of entry and have a blank page for the entry stamps. It is also worth noting that the country has a $10,000 currency restriction for entry and exit and any amounts north of that figure should be declared to the customs authorities.

Being only 15 miles away from the airport, there are multiple ways through which you can get to Montevideo city center from the airport. If you have a lot of luggage, taking a taxi or getting a rental car is the best idea. they are easily available outside the airport arrivals area and will take you to any destination in the city.

Newark Liberty has seven lounges that travelers can visit while waiting for their flights. United Airlines has three lounges at the airport. They are in Terminal A near Gate A20 and Terminal C near Gate C74 and C93. The American Airlines Admirals Club is in Terminal A while the Delta Sky Club can be found in Terminal B in Satellite B1.

Flights from New York to Montevideo may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Montevideo Carrasco (MVD).

Three cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Montevideo:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

One-stop flights from New York to Montevideo most commonly connect through:

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 37% of one-stop connections
• Miami (MIA) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) - 11% of one-stop connections

Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the New York to Montevideo route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $943 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,102, a difference of $159. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Some of the most popular sights in Montevideo are Puerto de Montevideo, Rambla of Montevideo and Playa de los Pocitos. These are among the most viewed places in Montevideo on KAYAK.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 7% above the route average of $987. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from New York to Montevideo takes 0h 00m, covering 5,343 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from New York to Montevideo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $499, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 18m, compared with 14h 29m via Miami (MIA) and 15h 03m via Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL).

Montevideo is 1 hour ahead of New York (Uruguay Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Montevideo Carrasco Airport (MVD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Thrifty
• Localiza
• Avis
• Puntacar
• Budget

Round-trip flights from New York to Montevideo range from $816 to $1,290, with an average of $987 over the past 12 months. Anything below $816 counts as a good deal.