Airport Comparison
| MVD | POI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport | Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport |
| IATA Code | MVD | POI |
| ICAO Code | SUMU | SLPO |
| City | Montevideo | Potosi |
| Country | Uruguay | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 105 ft | 12,913 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.840000, -56.030000 | -19.540000, -65.720000 |
Montevideo (MVD) to Potosi (POI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay to Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport (POI) in Potosi, Bolivia is 1,950 kilometers (1,212 miles / 1,053 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Uruguay with Bolivia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:03 in Montevideo, it's 03:03 in Potosi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 12,808 feet between the two airports. Capitan Nicolas Rojas 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 Potosi (POI) to Montevideo (MVD) follows a heading of 153° (south southeast). 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 Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport (POI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.