Airport Comparison
| GVA | MVD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Geneva Cointrin International Airport | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport |
| IATA Code | GVA | MVD |
| ICAO Code | LSGG | SUMU |
| City | Geneva | Montevideo |
| Country | Switzerland | Uruguay |
| Timezone | Europe/Zurich | America/Montevideo |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 105 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.240000, 6.110000 | -34.840000, -56.030000 |
Geneva (GVA) to Montevideo (MVD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay is 10,950 kilometers (6,804 miles / 5,912 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 227°.
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 Switzerland with Uruguay. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:07 in Geneva, it's 04:07 in Montevideo. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,306 feet between the two airports. Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.
The return flight from Montevideo (MVD) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 38° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.