Airport Comparison
| GWS | MVD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport |
| IATA Code | GWS | MVD |
| ICAO Code | KGWS | SUMU |
| City | Glenwood Springs | Montevideo |
| Country | United States | Uruguay |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Montevideo |
| Elevation | 5,916 ft | 105 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.510000, -107.310000 | -34.840000, -56.030000 |
Glenwood Springs (GWS) to Montevideo (MVD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport (GWS) in Glenwood Springs, United States to Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay is 9,800 kilometers (6,089 miles / 5,291 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southeast at a heading of 140°.
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 05:05 in Glenwood Springs, it's 09:05 in Montevideo. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,811 feet between the two airports. Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport sits lower than Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Montevideo (MVD) to Glenwood Springs (GWS) follows a heading of 323° (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 Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport (GWS) and Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.