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San Carlos, Maldonado, Uruguay – Uruguay Flag

Current Date And Time In San Carlos, Uruguay

Tuesday, 28 July 2026
13:03:20 UYT
State: Maldonado
Currency: Uruguayan Peso (UYU)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (UYT)
Population: 27,471
District: San Carlos

✈️ San Carlos, Maldonado, Uruguay - Travel Information


Plan your trip to San Carlos, Maldonado, Uruguay using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in San Carlos.

Why It Matters: Arriving in San Carlos with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching San Carlos — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Uruguay, which includes San Carlos, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Uruguay before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Uruguay's time zone -03:00, country calling code +598 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .UY. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in San Carlos.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-03:00
📞 Country Calling Code+598
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.UY

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Uruguay — police 109, ambulance 105, fire brigade 104, general emergency 911. Store these in your phone before you reach San Carlos. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in San Carlos.

🚔
Police
109
🚑
Ambulance
105
🚒
Fire
104
📞
General
911

📊 Uruguay At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Uruguay — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.809
Very high
👤
Life Expectancy
78.3
years
📚
Literacy Rate
98.9%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$23,907
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
7.5%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Uruguay development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to San Carlos for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to San Carlos
Regional Airport • PDP
Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport
Punta del Este, UY
18
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — San Carlos's exact coordinates, or Maldonado's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is San Carlos From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from San Carlos to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
New York (United States)8,620 km5,356 mi~ 10h 53m
Toronto (Canada)9,068 km5,634 mi~ 11h 25m
Los Angeles (United States)10,097 km6,274 mi~ 12h 38m
Auckland (New Zealand)10,537 km6,547 mi~ 13h 09m
Paris (France)10,887 km6,765 mi~ 13h 33m
London (United Kingdom)10,979 km6,822 mi~ 13h 40m
Sydney (Australia)11,910 km7,401 mi~ 14h 46m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)13,339 km8,289 mi~ 16h 27m
Singapore (Singapore)15,693 km9,751 mi~ 19h 13m
Tokyo (Japan)18,689 km11,613 mi~ 22h 44m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for San Carlos, Uruguay is set to Uruguay Standard Time (UYT) with a current offset of UTC -03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in San Carlos requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneUruguay Standard Time (UYT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time1:03 PM on Tuesday, July 28, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From San Carlos to Major World Cities

It is currently 1:03 PM on Tuesday in San Carlos. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind San Carlos right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To San Carlos
New York (United States)Tue, 12:03 PM1h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Tue, 9:03 AM4h behind
Toronto (Canada)Tue, 12:03 PM1h behind
London (United Kingdom)Tue, 5:03 PM4h ahead
Paris (France)Tue, 6:03 PM5h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Tue, 8:03 PM7h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Wed, 12:03 AM11h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Wed, 1:03 AM12h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Wed, 2:03 AM13h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Wed, 4:03 AM15h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In San Carlos — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in San Carlos is the Uruguayan peso (UYU), written as $. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
$ 40.22
UYU
€ 1 Euro
$ 45.79
UYU
£ 1 British Pound
$ 53.45
UYU
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
$ 28.02
UYU
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 28.51
UYU

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 28, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In San Carlos

Knowing which languages are used in San Carlos helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
Spanish

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to San Carlos. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Maldonado (Maldonado, Uruguay)8 mi12 kmSSW
⬆️
Punta del Este (Maldonado, Uruguay)11 mi17 kmSouth (S)
⬆️
Pan de Azúcar (Maldonado, Uruguay)18 mi29 kmWest (W)
⬆️
Piriápolis (Maldonado, Uruguay)21 mi33 kmWSW
⬆️
Solís de Mataojo (Lavalleja, Uruguay)34 mi55 kmWNW
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From San Carlos

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to San Carlos is the Christ the Redeemer (Brazil), about 1,739 km away. Straight-line distances from San Carlos to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil1,739 km1,080 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru2,988 km1,856 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico7,119 km4,424 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy10,942 km6,799 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan11,899 km7,394 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India15,493 km9,627 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China19,005 km11,809 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

San Carlos shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Maldonado and Uruguay. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Maldonado Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Maldonado, including major hub cities.
✈️ Uruguay Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Uruguay.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in San Carlos, Uruguay runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/F/L socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for San Carlos and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in San Carlos.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
FType F: Two round pins + grounding clips (Schuko)
LType L: Three round inline pins
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🧭 San Carlos's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for San Carlos

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to San Carlos. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in San Carlos — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in San Carlos

San Carlos keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Uruguay. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near San Carlos

The closest airport to San Carlos is Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (PDP), about 18 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling San Carlos From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving San Carlos needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in San Carlos gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond San Carlos

San Carlos rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from San Carlos — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About San Carlos

ℹ️ San Carlos OverviewSee the full profile of San Carlos — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 San Carlos MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near San Carlos for distance and direction.
💰 San Carlos CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To San Carlos

What side of the road do people drive on in San Carlos?

San Carlos, like the rest of Uruguay, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does San Carlos use?

San Carlos runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/F/L sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in San Carlos?

In San Carlos, reach police on 109, ambulance on 105, fire brigade on 104, a general emergency line on 911. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to San Carlos?

Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (PDP) is the nearest airport to San Carlos, about 18 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is San Carlos in, and does it observe daylight saving?

San Carlos runs on Uruguay Standard Time (UTC -03:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in San Carlos?

San Carlos shares the official and regional languages of Maldonado and Uruguay — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in San Carlos?

No — San Carlos uses the Uruguayan peso (UYU), symbol $. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full San Carlos currency page for live rates.