Airport Comparison
| MVD | UGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport | Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway |
| IATA Code | MVD | UGL |
| ICAO Code | SUMU | SCGC |
| City | Montevideo | Antartica |
| Country | Uruguay | AQ |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo | Antarctica/Palmer |
| Elevation | 105 ft | 2,461 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.840000, -56.030000 | -79.780000, -83.320000 |
Montevideo (MVD) to Antartica (UGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay to Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) in Antartica, AQ is 5,142 kilometers (3,195 miles / 2,776 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 186°.
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 AQ. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:49 in Montevideo, it's 22:49 in Antartica.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,356 feet between the two airports. Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway sits higher than Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport.
The return flight from Antartica (UGL) to Montevideo (MVD) follows a heading of 31° (north 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 Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) and Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.