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

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Malé to Shanghai (Pudong)
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 3,642 mi 7h 40m nonstop +3h ahead 21 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 7h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 21 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

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 7 332 7h40 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
332 Airbus A330-200 – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MLE to PVG direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MLE to PVG.
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One-Stop Connections
21
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~45h
Longest
HKG ~11h 40m XMN ~12h 0m DMK ~12h 56m AUH ~15h 0m KMG ~16h 45m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,354
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.
Know before you go

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 7h 40m.
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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

MLE–PVG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Malé to Shanghai (Pudong) route.
Route details
Distance3,642 mi / 5,861 km
Flight time7h 40m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections21 hubs
Origin: MLE
Full nameVelana International Airport
IATA / ICAOMLE / VRMM
TimezoneIndian/Maldives
Passengers/yr4.0M
Elevation6 ft / 2 m
Destination: PVG
Full nameShanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MLE to PVG flights.
Nonstop flights from Velana International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport take approximately 7h 40m. The route covers 3,642 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from MLE to PVG. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through HKG, XMN, DMK, AUH, KMG, CMB, DEL, KUL, DXB, SIN, BKK, PEK, DOH, BAH, VIE, IST, LHR, SVO, FRA, ZRH and FCO. 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.
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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 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MLE to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MLE to PVG ranges from 7 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,642 miles (5,861 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

21 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via HKG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.