Airport Comparison
| MVD | RIF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport | Richfield Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | MVD | RIF |
| ICAO Code | SUMU | KRIF |
| City | Montevideo | Richfield |
| Country | Uruguay | United States |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 105 ft | 5,318 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.840000, -56.030000 | 38.730000, -112.100000 |
Montevideo (MVD) to Richfield (RIF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay to Richfield Municipal Airport (RIF) in Richfield, United States is 10,008 kilometers (6,219 miles / 5,404 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.
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 13:46 in Montevideo, it's 09:46 in Richfield. 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 5,213 feet between the two airports. Richfield Municipal 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 Richfield (RIF) to Montevideo (MVD) follows a heading of 137° (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 Richfield Municipal Airport (RIF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.