| Popular Airport | Tampa Intl. Airport |
|---|---|
| Popular Airlines | |
| Approximate Flight Duration | 9 hour 20 min |
| Approximate Travel Distance | 7514 Km |
It is quite easy to get to Carrasco International Airport from within Montevideo city or any point in the city. Taxis, special vehicles, remise vehicles, buses, suburban trains, etc. means of transportation offer affordable options for tourists and locals alike.
Another characteristic of Montevideo is that the distinction in the price tag for urban public transport is only summer and winter seasons. Local people and tourists are getting transportation service at the same fare without discrimination.
It is not very popular to reach from one point to another in with train Montevideo, which has a 2835 kilometers long railway network. There is a suburban train that goes directly to Carrasco Airport from the train station, which is close to the city center. With these trains you can go to the airport in 25-30 minutes.
Local buses, from the main means of transport in the city of Montevideo, provide transportation services to every part of the city. Since there are three different bus companies in the city, the number of buses is also quite high. Buses to Carrasco International Airport and other parts of the city depart at 5-25 minutes intervals from Tres Cruces bus terminal, located in a region very close to the city center.
The names of three different bus companies that actively provide transportation services throughout the city are COPSA (www.copsa.com.uy), COT (www.cot.com.uy) and Cutcsa (www.cutcsa.com.uy). Generally, almost all of Montevideo buses operate between 06:00 and 23:45.
Night buses are called nocturnos and a different price tag is applied on them. The DM1 bus leaves from the city every 15 minutes and arrives at the airport within 40 minutes. Another bus is the bus line that goes towards Punta Carretas Shopping. The last option is a bus line from the Rio Branco station in the city to the airport. The fare for this bus is 23 pesos.
There are several ticket systems in Montevideo that meet the needs of passengers. But besides this, you can also pay in cash when you get on the bus.
The intelligent card, which is the first of the ticket systems categorized in different ways, is a card with standard features. If you buy this card, you only need to pay a one-way fee for your 2-hour journey. If you purchase the Omnibus ticket, you can take the bus for 90 minutes by paying a single-use fee.
Because the transportation with taxi is not very common in the city, their fees are not very reasonable. But it may be more profitable to choose a taxi for some short-distance trips. If you are going to use a taxi in Montevideo, it is a good idea to speak a little Spanish so that the driver cannot ask for a higher price and you can negotiate. The fee you need to pay for your 10 minute taxi journey is approximately 100 Uruguay Pesos. Transportation takes about 25-30 minutes by car from city center to Carrasco Airport.
It is easy to say that driving in Montevideo is a very practical option if you have an idea of renting your own vehicle. You are free to park your car as long as you do not see the "Reservado" sign in Montevideo, where parking spaces can easily be found in the city.
You can choose the most suitable car rental companies Montevideo ferry terminal, bus terminal and airport terminal at and rent your car here. It takes about 20-30 minutes to go to Carrasco Airport, which is about 20 kilometers away from the city, with your own car.
After arriving from Montevideo center to Avenida Halia (Route 101), you have to cross Estadio Centenario and come to Barra de Carrasco. Later, after turning north and heading towards Avenida de Las Americas, you will be on the way to Carrasco Airport.
Carrasco International Airport, which is very close to Montevideo city center, is Uruguay's busiest, largest and busiest airport. The airport has a capacity of 6 million passengers per year and is located 19 kilometers east of Montevideo city center.
As at any international airport, Carrasco Airport has a number of possibilities to meet your needs. Some of those are ATMs, banking and currency exchange offices, eating and drinking areas, recreation and smoking areas, free internet access, post office, telephone and communication areas, a large duty free store, souvenir shops and markets, restaurants, cafes and bars, lounges, 24/7 open tourist counseling and information desks, parking space for 1200 cars.
You can easily reach Tampa International Airport from the city centre by taxi or by bus. There are airport shuttle buses available and some hotels can arrange it for you in advance. If you rented a car during your trip, it is also possible to reach the airport with this vehicle.
Bus route 15 transports passengers from the city centre to the airport in a short time. A one-way ticket costs 2 dollars.
Taxi
Taxis are quite easy to come by in Tampa. You can comfortably find one in the city centre, and reach the airport for an average cost of 25 dollars. Be confident about the amount you will pay as all taxis are equipped with taximeters. You can speak to hotel staff to pre-arrange a taxi for you.
There are a lot of car rental agencies in Tampa city centre and for a more comfortable trip, including your journeys to and from the airport, you can hire a vehicle that is suitable to your budget. You can rent a car online, or you can ask for assistance from your hotel. International travellers must have a valid foreign driver’s license and an international driving permit. You must always carry these documents if you wish to drive a car or ride a motorbike in Tampa.
Airport shuttle services are modern and comfortable buses with air-conditioning systems, which operate on a specific route and have certain departure times. It is recommended that you check the closest shuttle station near you, and the shuttle departure times in advance. You may also ask for assistance from your hotel representative. You will have to pay an additional fee per baggage beyond the limit of 3 baggages per passenger. The prices for the shuttle bus services are based on distance travelled. Airport shuttle services from the city centre to the airport is approximately 25 to 35 dollars.
Many hotels in Tampa provide airport shuttle services. Contact your hotel beforehand to confirm whether they provide this service, and book in advance if they do so.
Tampa International Airport was called the Drew Field Military Airport prior to the 1960s and used for military flights only. It underwent major changes since and began commercial flights. During the Second World War, the airport had undertaken important duties. Nowadays, Tampa International Airport is a modern, large airport located about 6 miles west from Downtown Tampa. Serious air traffic is encountered during the tourism season as it is often used as a transit hub. More than 100 flights a day take off from the airport. There are many bars, restaurants and cafes located at different points of the airport that appeal to different tastes. You can also find many souvenir shops, accessory shops, clothing stores, cosmetics shops and duty-free shops inside the airport. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the airport building.
