Airport Comparison
| MTK | MVD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Makin Island Airport | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport |
| IATA Code | MTK | MVD |
| ICAO Code | NGMN | SUMU |
| City | Makin Island | Montevideo |
| Country | Kiribati | Uruguay |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tarawa | America/Montevideo |
| Elevation | 0 ft | 105 ft |
| Coordinates | 3.370000, 172.990000 | -34.840000, -56.030000 |
Makin Island (MTK) to Montevideo (MVD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Makin Island Airport (MTK) in Makin Island, Kiribati to Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay is 13,879 kilometers (8,624 miles / 7,494 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southeast at a heading of 131°.
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 Kiribati with Uruguay. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:41 in Makin Island, it's 22:41 in Montevideo. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Montevideo (MVD) to Makin Island (MTK) follows a heading of 247° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Makin Island Airport (MTK) and Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.