The flight distance from Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM) in Fuvahmulah Island, Maldives to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 16,242 kilometers (10,092 miles / 8,770 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Maldives with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:42 in Fuvahmulah Island, it's 13:42 in San Diego. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Fuvahmulah Island (FVM) follows a heading of 341° (north northwest). 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 San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.