Malé to Shanghai (Pudong) (MLE–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
MU236
MU China Eastern
333
7:40 PM
+05 T1
6:55 AM+1
CST
8h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MU235
MU China Eastern
333
12:50 PM
CST TS1
5:50 PM
+05
8h
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Malé to Shanghai (Pudong)
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 3,642 mi 8h 15m nonstop +3h ahead 23 1-stop hubs

MLE–PVG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,642 miles in approximately 8h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MLE–PVG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 3 333 8h15 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
333 Airbus A330-300 – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MLE to PVG direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MLE to PVG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~42h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,234
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Shanghai (Pudong) is 3 hours ahead of Malé.
MLE: +05 · PVG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Malé, it's 9:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
Distance & Flight Time
3,642 mi / 5,861 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 8h 15m.
Getting from PVG

Maglev to Longyang Road (8 min, ¥50) is a fast exit; transfer to Metro Line 2 onward. Metro Line 2 runs directly from PVG T1/T2 to People's Square and Hongqiao Airport (1.5–2 hrs, ¥7). Taxis have a meter; expect ¥130–200 to Puxi (west side) depending on destination and traffic tunnels used.Airport buses serve multiple city zones (¥22–36, 60–90 min). DiDi ride-hail is available and typically cheaper than street taxis for longer distances.

Shanghai (Pudong) Climate

Humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are hot and oppressively humid (28–37°C) with typhoon risk. Storms can cause flight cancellations with little warning. Winters (December–February) are cold and damp (1–8°C) with occasional frost. Dense fog disrupts departures regularly in January–February.

Spring is rainy and mild. Autumn (October–November) is the most settled period. Clear skies and 12–22°C make it the best window for travel. Pack layers for shoulder seasons. An umbrella is useful year-round.

MLE–PVG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Malé to Shanghai (Pudong) route.
Route details
Distance3,642 mi / 5,861 km
Flight time8h 15m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections23 hubs
Origin: MLE
IATA / ICAOMLE / VRMM
TimezoneIndian/Maldives
Passengers/yr4.0M
Elevation6 ft / 2 m
Destination: PVG
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MLE to PVG flights.
Nonstop flights from Velana International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport take approximately 8h 15m. The route covers 3,642 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from MLE to PVG. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DMK, HKG, XMN, CMB, KMG, PKX, VIE, KUL, SIN, DXB, BKK, FCO, AUH, DEL, DOH, IST, PEK, LHR, ALA, BAH, SVO, FRA and ZRH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Shanghai (Pudong) is 3 hours ahead of Malé.
Yes, return flights from PVG to MLE are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MLE to PVG

Velana International Airport (MLE) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MLE to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MLE to PVG ranges from 8 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,642 miles (5,861 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via DMK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.