Airport Comparison
| GCK | MVD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Garden City Regional Airport | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport |
| IATA Code | GCK | MVD |
| ICAO Code | KGCK | SUMU |
| City | Garden City | Montevideo |
| Country | United States | Uruguay |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Montevideo |
| Elevation | 2,891 ft | 105 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.930000, -100.720000 | -34.840000, -56.030000 |
Garden City (GCK) to Montevideo (MVD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Garden City Regional Airport (GCK) in Garden City, United States to Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay is 9,311 kilometers (5,786 miles / 5,028 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 145°.
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 United States with Uruguay. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:11 in Garden City, it's 12:11 in Montevideo. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,786 feet between the two airports. Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport sits lower than Garden City Regional Airport.
The return flight from Montevideo (MVD) to Garden City (GCK) follows a heading of 326° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Garden City Regional Airport (GCK) and Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.