Airport Comparison
| FVM | JNB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fuvahmulah Airport | O. R. Tambo International Airport |
| IATA Code | FVM | JNB |
| ICAO Code | VRMF | FAOR |
| City | Fuvahmulah Island | Johannesburg |
| Country | Maldives | South Africa |
| Timezone | Indian/Maldives | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 17 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.310000, 73.440000 | -26.130000, 28.240000 |
Fuvahmulah Island (FVM) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM) in Fuvahmulah Island, Maldives to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 5,624 kilometers (3,495 miles / 3,037 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.
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 Maldives with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:58 in Fuvahmulah Island, it's 00:58 in Johannesburg. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,541 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Fuvahmulah Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Fuvahmulah Island (FVM) follows a heading of 67° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.