How to get from Montevideo to Río de Janeiro
There are 2 ways to get from Montevideo to Río de Janeiro: flight and car. The fastest is by flight (~2 h 50 min). It's about 1.823 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 2 h 50 min | 1.823 km | Airlines: BQB Lineas Aereas |
Car | 27 h 55 minestimated | 2.370 km | Estimated from road distance |
Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.
Each option in detail
✈️ By air
El vuelo entre Montevideo y Río de Janeiro dura aproximadamente 2 h 50 min (1.823 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En auto son unos 2.370 km por ruta, cerca de 27 h 55 min de manejo. Son estimaciones a partir de la distancia; los horarios reales de bus llegan con la capa terrestre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Montevideo to Río de Janeiro?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~2 h 50 min and by car ~27 h 55 min.
Are there flights from Montevideo to Río de Janeiro?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Montevideo–Río de Janeiro route is operated by BQB Lineas Aereas (may vary). The flight takes about 2 h 50 min and covers about 1.823 km.
How long does it take to drive from Montevideo to Río de Janeiro?
It's about 2.370 km by road, roughly 27 h 55 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Montevideo and Río de Janeiro?
In a straight line it's about 1.823 km between Montevideo and Río de Janeiro.
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