Airport Comparison
| FOD | MVD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fort Dodge Regional Airport | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport |
| IATA Code | FOD | MVD |
| ICAO Code | KFOD | SUMU |
| City | Fort Dodge | Montevideo |
| Country | United States | Uruguay |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Montevideo |
| Elevation | 1,156 ft | 105 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.550000, -94.190000 | -34.840000, -56.030000 |
Fort Dodge (FOD) to Montevideo (MVD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) in Fort Dodge, United States to Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay is 9,439 kilometers (5,865 miles / 5,097 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 149°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with Uruguay. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:27 in Fort Dodge, it's 18:27 in Montevideo. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,051 feet between the two airports. Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport sits lower than Fort Dodge Regional Airport.
The return flight from Montevideo (MVD) to Fort Dodge (FOD) follows a heading of 333° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) and Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.