The left side delivers the dramatic New York departure views over Manhattan and the harbor, which are among the most iconic urban aerial views in the world. The landing views on the right are interesting but more subtle. Over the ocean cruise the left side also picks up the Brazilian coastline as the route tracks south along South America, including glimpses of coastal cities near Rio de Janeiro and Santos.
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Flight Path
New York to Montevideo is 5,336 miles (8,587 km), a flight of about 11 hours 30 minutes.
The route crosses the Atlantic Ocean south of Bermuda, then passes over or near the Amazon River delta and the northeastern Brazilian coast near Recife and Fortaleza. The flight then tracks south along the Brazilian coastline, passing the Serra do Mar coastal mountain range, the city lights of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro visible at night, before crossing into Uruguay over the Pampas grasslands and the Rio de la Plata basin.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from JFK
LEFTJFK's primary departure runways 31L/31R send aircraft northwest over Jamaica Bay and then banking left over Lower Manhattan and the Hudson River. The left side captures the Manhattan skyline, Brooklyn Bridge, and the full sweep of New York Harbor as the aircraft climbs out.
Landing at MVD
RIGHTCarrasco airport sits east of Montevideo, and aircraft typically approach from the east or southeast on runway 19/20 headings. The right side gives views over the Rio de la Plata estuary and Montevideo's coastline including the Rambla and the city center as the aircraft descends over the water.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to Carrasco International (MVD)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from New York to Montevideo. The left side delivers the dramatic New York departure views over Manhattan and the harbor, which are among the most iconic urban aerial views in the world. The landing views on the right are interesting but more subtle. Over the ocean cruise the left side also picks up the Brazilian coastline as the route tracks south along South America, including glimpses of coastal cities near Rio de Janeiro and Santos.
What can I see during takeoff from John F Kennedy International in New York?
During takeoff from John F Kennedy International (JFK), sit on the Left side for the best views. JFK's primary departure runways 31L/31R send aircraft northwest over Jamaica Bay and then banking left over Lower Manhattan and the Hudson River. The left side captures the Manhattan skyline, Brooklyn Bridge, and the full sweep of New York Harbor as the aircraft climbs out. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, New York Harbor, Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, Jamaica Bay wildlife refuge.
What can I see when landing at Carrasco International in Montevideo?
When landing at Carrasco International (MVD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Carrasco airport sits east of Montevideo, and aircraft typically approach from the east or southeast on runway 19/20 headings. The right side gives views over the Rio de la Plata estuary and Montevideo's coastline including the Rambla and the city center as the aircraft descends over the water. Notable sights include: Rio de la Plata estuary, Montevideo city center and port, Rambla coastal boulevard, Cerro de Montevideo hill.
How long is the flight from New York to Montevideo?
The flight from John F Kennedy International (JFK) to Carrasco International (MVD) takes about 11 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 5,336 miles (8,587 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the New York to Montevideo flight path pass over?
The route crosses the Atlantic Ocean south of Bermuda, then passes over or near the Amazon River delta and the northeastern Brazilian coast near Recife and Fortaleza. The flight then tracks south along the Brazilian coastline, passing the Serra do Mar coastal mountain range, the city lights of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro visible at night, before crossing into Uruguay over the Pampas grasslands and the Rio de la Plata basin.