Airport Comparison
| MVD | SHZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport | Seshutes Airport |
| IATA Code | MVD | SHZ |
| ICAO Code | SUMU | FXSS |
| City | Montevideo | Seshutes |
| Country | Uruguay | Lesotho |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo | Africa/Maseru |
| Elevation | 105 ft | 7,000 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.840000, -56.030000 | -29.270000, 28.550000 |
Montevideo (MVD) to Seshutes (SHZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay to Seshutes Airport (SHZ) in Seshutes, Lesotho is 7,750 kilometers (4,816 miles / 4,185 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Uruguay with Lesotho. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:29 in Montevideo, it's 21:29 in Seshutes. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,895 feet between the two airports. Seshutes 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 Seshutes (SHZ) to Montevideo (MVD) follows a heading of 241° (west southwest). 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 Seshutes Airport (SHZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.