Airport Comparison
| MVD | TUA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport | Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport |
| IATA Code | MVD | TUA |
| ICAO Code | SUMU | SETU |
| City | Montevideo | Tulcan |
| Country | Uruguay | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 105 ft | 9,649 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.840000, -56.030000 | 0.810000, -77.710000 |
Montevideo (MVD) to Tulcan (TUA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay to Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport (TUA) in Tulcan, Ecuador is 4,561 kilometers (2,834 miles / 2,463 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:25 in Montevideo, it's 06:25 in Tulcan.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,544 feet between the two airports. Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla 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 Tulcan (TUA) 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 Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport (TUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.