Airport Comparison
| GAP | MVD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gusap Airport | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport |
| IATA Code | GAP | MVD |
| ICAO Code | AYGP | SUMU |
| City | Gusap | Montevideo |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | Uruguay |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | America/Montevideo |
| Elevation | 1,504 ft | 105 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.050000, 145.960000 | -34.840000, -56.030000 |
Gusap (GAP) to Montevideo (MVD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gusap Airport (GAP) in Gusap, Papua New Guinea to Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay is 14,917 kilometers (9,269 miles / 8,055 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southeast at a heading of 155°.
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 Papua New Guinea 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 18:24 in Gusap, it's 05:24 in Montevideo. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,399 feet between the two airports. Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport sits lower than Gusap Airport.
The return flight from Montevideo (MVD) to Gusap (GAP) follows a heading of 211° (south 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 Gusap Airport (GAP) and Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.