Airport Comparison
| MVD | PTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport | Platinum Airport |
| IATA Code | MVD | PTU |
| ICAO Code | SUMU | PAPM |
| City | Montevideo | Platinum |
| Country | Uruguay | United States |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 105 ft | 18 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.840000, -56.030000 | 59.020000, -161.830000 |
Montevideo (MVD) to Platinum (PTU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay to Platinum Airport (PTU) in Platinum, United States is 14,146 kilometers (8,790 miles / 7,638 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
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 Uruguay with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:54 in Montevideo, it's 05:54 in Platinum. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Platinum (PTU) to Montevideo (MVD) follows a heading of 97° (east). 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 Platinum Airport (PTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.