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~2.1M
Annual passengers
206K+
Record month (Jan 2025)
19km
East of downtown Montevideo
4–8 wks
Typical campaign launch
Access all media formats
Digital ScreensStatic DisplaysBaggage ClaimExperiential
Why Advertise

Why advertise at Carrasco International Airport?

Carrasco International Airport (MVD), officially Carrasco / General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport, and known locally as Aeropuerto de Carrasco: is the main international airport of Uruguay, located about 19 km east of downtown Montevideo.

For advertisers, it offers a concentrated, high-value, internationally connected audience inside one of the most modern terminals in South America, and pairs naturally with regional buys at São Paulo (GRU) and Santiago (SCL).

Uruguay's primary international gateway. MVD handles the large majority of the country's international air passengers, so a campaign here effectively owns Uruguay's main air-travel touchpoint.
Around 2.1 million passengers a year. Carrasco served roughly 2.08–2.1 million passengers in both 2024 and 2025, with a strong post-pandemic recovery and a January 2025 record month of over 206,000 passengers.
An affluent, international audience. MVD connects Montevideo to major Latin American hubs plus Miami and Madrid. Its travelers skew toward international business flyers, inbound tourists, and Uruguay's higher-income population, a premium audience for brands.
The gateway to Montevideo and Punta del Este. Carrasco is the arrival point for visitors heading to Uruguay's capital and to Punta del Este, the country's premier resort destination, valuable for tourism, hospitality, real estate, and luxury advertisers.
A pronounced, plannable high season. Southern-hemisphere summer (December–February) brings a major tourism surge, letting advertisers time campaigns to peak inbound demand.
An award-winning, modern terminal. The Rafael Viñoly-designed terminal is widely recognized as one of the most modern in the Americas, with a single, well-organized passenger flow, a premium, low-clutter environment for OOH.
A captive, high-dwell audience. International travelers move through check-in, security, customs, immigration, and baggage claim over extended dwell times, with no ad-blocking and no channel-surfing.

In short

MVD delivers a concentrated, affluent, internationally connected audience as the single front door to Uruguay, a high-value, underserved airport advertising opportunity in South America.

Formats & Placements

MVD airport advertising formats

Carrasco International Airport offers a full range of out-of-home (OOH) and digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising inventory across the terminal journey. Below are the core formats available through AdQuick, with typical placement zones and use cases.

Format Where it appears Best for Why it works
Digital screens / DOOH networks Check-in, departures, concourses, gate areas, arrivals Flighted messaging, multiple advertisers, motion-led campaigns Motion and rotation drive high recall; creative and flighting update easily
Backlit dioramas (lightboxes) Walkways, baggage claim, concourse corridors Premium, image-led brand campaigns Always-on illumination; premium feel; long dwell exposure
Static displays & panels Departures, arrivals, circulation areas Cost-efficient reach and frequency Reliable, always-on presence along the passenger path
Baggage claim displays & wraps Baggage claim halls, carousels, columns Arriving-traveler capture, tourism, hospitality, banking, retail 100% of arriving passengers pass through with high dwell time
Wall wraps, spectaculars & branded spaces Large terminal walls, feature and atrium areas Dominant brand statements and high-impact campaigns Unmissable scale; strong photo-op and social value
Experiential & sponsorships Arrivals halls, lounges, charging and seating areas Activations, sampling, naming, tech and telecom Pairs the brand with a useful or memorable experience

Digital screens & DOOH networks DIGITAL

Located across check-in, departures, concourses, gate areas, and arrivals. Motion and rotation drive high recall; creative and flighting update easily, ideal for flighted messaging, multiple advertisers, and motion-led campaigns.

Best for: Flighted messaging, motion-led campaigns

Backlit dioramas (lightboxes) PREMIUM

Premium, illuminated placements along walkways, baggage claim, and concourse corridors. Always-on illumination delivers a premium feel with long dwell exposure, ideal for image-led brand campaigns.

Best for: Premium, image-led brand campaigns

Static displays & panels REACH

Cost-efficient, always-on presence along the passenger path in departures, arrivals, and circulation areas. Reliable, predictable coverage built for steady reach and frequency.

Best for: Cost-efficient reach and frequency

Baggage claim displays & wraps ARRIVALS

Placements in baggage claim halls, on carousels, and around columns. 100% of arriving passengers pass through baggage claim with high dwell time, a powerful arriving-traveler capture for tourism, hospitality, banking, and retail.

Best for: Arriving-traveler capture, tourism, hospitality, banking, retail

Wall wraps, spectaculars & branded spaces IMPACT

Large terminal walls, feature areas, and atrium spaces transformed into branded environments. Unmissable scale with strong photo-op and social value, built for dominant brand statements and high-impact campaigns.

Best for: Dominant brand statements and high-impact campaigns

Experiential & sponsorships ACTIVATION

Activations in arrivals halls, lounges, and charging and seating areas. Pairs the brand with a useful or memorable experience, ideal for activations, sampling, naming, and tech and telecom brands.

Best for: Activations, sampling, naming, tech and telecom

Inventory, exact placements, sizes, and digital loop lengths vary by availability. AdQuick confirms what is open for your flight dates and sends annotated terminal maps and a per-unit spec sheet with your media kit.

How to Book

How to advertise at MVD: operator and approval process

Carrasco International Airport is operated by Aeropuertos Uruguay, which manages the airport's commercial advertising inventory through its "Airport Media" program. On-airport advertising, and creative content, runs through the operator, so availability and approvals follow a defined process.

AdQuick handles that process for you, from first inquiry to live campaign, typically 4–8 weeks for an international airport buy. AdQuick's platform for advertisers consolidates sourcing, approvals, and reporting in one place.

01

Submit your inquiry

Share your goals, target dates, and budget. AdQuick identifies which MVD formats fit and initiates the availability request with Aeropuertos Uruguay.

02

Confirm availability and receive a media kit

AdQuick returns an MVD media kit with open inventory, photos, terminal maps, and rate ranges, and reserves your preferred units.

03

Build the plan and submit the order

Lock in formats, placements, and term length. AdQuick handles negotiation and operator paperwork.

04

Produce and approve creative

Submit artwork to the required specs. AdQuick coordinates operator creative approval and any content review.

05

Install and launch

Materials are printed and professionally installed during scheduled posting windows, with proof-of-posting photos and performance reporting once live.

Lead time

Allow at least 3–6 weeks before your desired start date for operator availability, approval, and production. Premium placements and the December–February high season should be reserved earlier.

Advertising regulations and approvals in Uruguay

Airport advertising at MVD is subject to two layers of oversight, and AdQuick helps you navigate both:

Airport operator guidelines

Aeropuertos Uruguay reviews creative for placement suitability, brand-environment fit, and technical compliance. Allow several business days for approval.

Uruguayan advertising law

General consumer-advertising rules apply (truth in advertising, clear disclosure), and regulated categories, including tobacco, alcohol, pharmaceuticals, financial services, and gambling, can face additional restrictions or disclosure requirements. Confirm category-specific rules before finalizing creative.

AdQuick coordinates operator approvals and flags category considerations early so your campaign launches on schedule. For binding legal questions on regulated categories, consult qualified Uruguayan counsel.

Pricing Data

MVD airport advertising rates and pricing

A top question about advertising at Carrasco International Airport is simply: how much does it cost? Airport advertising is priced per unit, per 4-week period, and rates depend on format, placement, term length, and season. Pricing is typically quoted in USD for international buyers, with local-currency (UYU) quotes available. For context on how airport ad pricing compares to standard billboards, see our cost benchmark guide.

The ranges below are typical planning estimates for MVD to help you budget. They are not a fixed rate card, actual pricing depends on live availability through Aeropuertos Uruguay. Request a live quote for exact, current numbers.

Format Typical MVD rate (per 4 weeks, USD) Notes
Digital screen / DOOH slot From ~$1,500–$4,500 Lower cost of entry; share-of-voice rotation
Static display / panel ~$1,500–$4,000 Cost-efficient always-on presence
Backlit diorama / lightbox ~$2,500–$6,000 Premium illuminated placement
Baggage claim display ~$3,500–$9,000 Captures 100% of arriving passengers
Wall wrap / spectacular / branded space ~$7,000–$18,000+ Largest-impact, dominant placement
Multi-unit / full-terminal program Custom Volume pricing across the passenger journey

Production and installation (printing, materials, and labor) are typically billed separately and usually add a one-time $500–$3,500+ depending on format and size.

What drives MVD advertising cost

Format and size: spectaculars and baggage-claim placements command more than a single digital slot.
Placement and dwell: units in customs, immigration, baggage claim, and primary concourses cost more than secondary corridors.
Term length: longer commitments (13, 26, or 52 weeks) lower the effective weekly rate.
Seasonality: the December–February high season carries premium demand.
Digital share of voice: a larger share of the DOOH loop costs more than a minimal rotation.
Creative

MVD creative specs and artwork requirements

Exact dimensions and file requirements depend on the specific unit you book and are confirmed by the airport operator. AdQuick provides a per-unit spec sheet with every booking. As a general guide:

Item Typical requirement
Static formats (dioramas, wraps, panels) Vector or high-resolution raster art; supplied at full size or to scale
Resolution 300 DPI at final print size (or 100 DPI at full scale for large-format)
File formats Print-ready PDF, AI, EPS, or layered TIFF/PSD; fonts outlined
Color CMYK; supply a color profile or proof for brand-critical color
Bleed Include bleed and keep critical content inside the safe zone
Digital screens / DOOH JPG/PNG static or MP4/MOV motion at the unit's native pixel dimensions
Digital spot length Commonly 8–15 seconds in rotation (confirmed per network)
Languages Spanish, English, or bilingual creative, matched to your target audience
Content review Creative is subject to Aeropuertos Uruguay guidelines and Uruguayan advertising law
Audience signal What it means for advertisers
~2.1M annual passengers Concentrated reach as Uruguay's single international gateway
Majority of Uruguay's international traffic The dominant air touchpoint for inbound and outbound travelers
International business + tourism mix Strong fit for banking, telecom, hospitality, real estate, retail, and B2B
Affluent, internationally connected Connections to Latin American hubs plus Miami and Madrid
Punta del Este gateway Reaches visitors heading to Uruguay's premier resort market
December–February high season Lets advertisers time campaigns to peak inbound tourism
Single, modern terminal Concentrated passenger flow makes placement planning efficient

Always build to the final approved spec sheet for your booked unit. AdQuick reviews files before they go to print.

Who you reach at MVD: audience and measurement

Airport advertising is highly measurable. AdQuick frames a Carrasco campaign around clear KPIs and methodology, powered by verified impressions and attribution.

Platform

Why book MVD airport advertising through AdQuick

AdQuick is the out of home advertising platform purpose-built for airport campaigns, from first inquiry through measurement.

Transparent pricing

Pricing

Real rate ranges and clear cost drivers, no opaque "request a quote" wall.

We handle the operator process

Operator

AdQuick coordinates Aeropuertos Uruguay availability, approvals, and content review so you do not have to.

The full MVD inventory in one place

Inventory

Compare every available format and placement side by side.

Cross-border expertise

International

AdQuick manages international airport campaigns end to end, in USD or local currency, in Spanish or English.

End-to-end management

Service

Planning, creative coordination, approvals, production, installation, and reporting, handled.

Measurable results

Measurement

Verification and performance reporting on every campaign.

Multi-market scale

Regional

Pair MVD with regional airports such as Buenos Aires (EZE/AEP), São Paulo (GRU), Santiago (SCL), and Punta del Este (PDP).

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about advertising at Carrasco International Airport, pricing, formats, operator process, regulations, and measurement.

MVD airport advertising is priced per unit per 4-week period, typically in USD. Digital and static placements generally start in the low four figures per month, dioramas run higher, and large wall wraps or baggage-claim spectaculars range from roughly $7,000 to $18,000+ per month. Production and installation are usually billed separately. See how airport ad costs are typically structured, or request a live quote from AdQuick for exact, current pricing.
MVD offers digital screens and DOOH networks, static displays and panels, backlit dioramas (lightboxes), baggage-claim displays and wraps, wall wraps and branded spaces, and experiential and sponsorship opportunities. See examples of these airport advertising formats in action.
Carrasco is operated by Aeropuertos Uruguay, which manages advertising inventory through its "Airport Media" program. You can plan and book through a marketplace like AdQuick, which sources availability, negotiates, and manages approvals, production, and reporting with the operator. Learn more about how airport ads are sold by operator and terminal.
Submit an inquiry to AdQuick, confirm availability and receive a media kit, build your plan and submit the order, produce and gain approval for your creative, then install and launch. Most campaigns go live within 4–8 weeks.
Airport advertising at MVD must follow Aeropuertos Uruguay's content and placement guidelines and Uruguay's general consumer-advertising rules. Regulated categories, including tobacco, alcohol, pharmaceuticals, financial services, and gambling: can face additional restrictions. AdQuick coordinates operator approvals and flags category considerations; consult Uruguayan counsel for binding legal advice.
Carrasco International Airport served roughly 2.1 million passengers in both 2024 and 2025 and handles the majority of Uruguay's international air traffic.
Yes. MVD offers digital screens and DOOH networks across check-in, departures, concourses, and arrivals, with flighting, motion creative, and share-of-voice rotation.
Performance is measured through modeled reach and impressions, estimated CPM, dwell and frequency, proof-of-posting photos, digital playlogs, outcome tracking such as branded-search lift and QR scans, and optional brand lift studies.
AdQuick provides a free Carrasco International Airport media kit with available inventory, photos, terminal maps, and rate ranges, usually the same day you request it.

Get started: advertise at MVD today

Ready to put your brand in front of Uruguay's international travelers at Carrasco International Airport? Tell AdQuick your goals, target dates, and budget, and we'll send available MVD inventory, terminal maps, photos, and transparent pricing, typically the same day.

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