Airport Comparison
| FVM | SEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fuvahmulah Airport | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | FVM | SEA |
| ICAO Code | VRMF | KSEA |
| City | Fuvahmulah Island | Seattle |
| Country | Maldives | United States |
| Timezone | Indian/Maldives | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 17 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.310000, 73.440000 | 47.450000, -122.310000 |
Fuvahmulah Island (FVM) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fuvahmulah Airport (FVM) in Fuvahmulah Island, Maldives to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 14,556 kilometers (9,045 miles / 7,860 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.
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 13:34 in Fuvahmulah Island, it's 00:34 in Seattle. 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 Seattle (SEA) to Fuvahmulah Island (FVM) follows a heading of 339° (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 Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.