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Uruguay's primary international gateway near Montevideo.
Opened
1947
Location
Ciudad de la Costa, Uruguay
Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport, coded MVD, is the main international airport serving Montevideo, Uruguay, and is located in the Ciudad de la Costa area of Canelones Department, approximately 20 kilometers east of the city center.
The airport underwent a major modernization project completed in 2009, with a new terminal designed by Brazilian architect Rafael Viñoly, significantly expanding capacity and improving passenger facilities. It serves as the principal hub for PLUNA, Uruguay's former flag carrier, and continues to handle the majority of international traffic into and out of the country.
The airport connects Uruguay to major destinations across South America, North America, Europe, and beyond, handling millions of passengers annually. It is named after General Cesáreo L. Berisso, a Uruguayan military figure.
Terminals
The airport operates a single modern integrated terminal building that handles both domestic and international passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxi services, bus routes, and rental cars connecting the airport to downtown Montevideo, approximately 20 kilometers away.
Airlines here
Major airlines operating at MVD include Aerolíneas Argentinas, LATAM Airlines, Copa Airlines, Iberia, Air Europa, and American Airlines, among others.
Notable facts
- ›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.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
