Airport Comparison
| GCD | MVD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Coulee Dam Airport | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport |
| IATA Code | GCD | MVD |
| ICAO Code | K3W7 | SUMU |
| City | Electric City | Montevideo |
| Country | United States | Uruguay |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Montevideo |
| Elevation | 1,593 ft | 105 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.920000, -119.080000 | -34.840000, -56.030000 |
Electric City (GCD) to Montevideo (MVD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) in Electric City, United States to Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay is 11,126 kilometers (6,914 miles / 6,008 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.
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 13:21 in Electric City, it's 18:21 in Montevideo. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,488 feet between the two airports. Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport sits lower than Grand Coulee Dam Airport.
The return flight from Montevideo (MVD) to Electric City (GCD) follows a heading of 323° (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 Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) and Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.