Airport Comparison
| MVD | TJA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport | Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport |
| IATA Code | MVD | TJA |
| ICAO Code | SUMU | SLTJ |
| City | Montevideo | Tarija |
| Country | Uruguay | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 105 ft | 6,079 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.840000, -56.030000 | -21.560000, -64.700000 |
Montevideo (MVD) to Tarija (TJA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay to Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (TJA) in Tarija, Bolivia is 1,702 kilometers (1,057 miles / 919 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 10:28 in Montevideo, it's 09:28 in Tarija.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,974 feet between the two airports. Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza 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 Tarija (TJA) to Montevideo (MVD) follows a heading of 152° (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 Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (TJA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.