Airport Comparison
| MVD | QRA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport | Rand Airport |
| IATA Code | MVD | QRA |
| ICAO Code | SUMU | FAGM |
| City | Montevideo | Johannesburg |
| Country | Uruguay | South Africa |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 105 ft | 5,483 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.840000, -56.030000 | -26.240000, 28.150000 |
Montevideo (MVD) to Johannesburg (QRA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay to Rand Airport (QRA) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 7,884 kilometers (4,899 miles / 4,257 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 109°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Uruguay with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:50 in Montevideo, it's 10:50 in Johannesburg. 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 5,378 feet between the two airports. Rand Airport sits higher than Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (QRA) to Montevideo (MVD) follows a heading of 240° (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 Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) and Rand Airport (QRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.