Are there nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Malé (MLE)?

Yes. China Eastern Airlines fly this route. Flight time is about 7h 24m.

What is the fastest connection from Shanghai (PVG) to Malé (MLE)?

via Kunming ≈ 7h 55m, via Colombo ≈ 7h 55m, via Chongqing ≈ 8h (estimated flying time, excluding layovers).

How many miles is an award flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Malé (MLE)?

from 18,000 ANA miles, from 23,000 JAL miles (economy, one way, based on the published award charts).

Shanghai → Malé

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Velana International Airport (MLE)・5,861 km

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Nonstop flights available (1 airline). Flight time about 7h 24m. Nonstop return flights also operate.

With milesANA 18,000 miles+ (via DEL)JAL 23,000 miles+ (nonstop)Economy, one way, estimate. Tap a connection for miles by cabin.

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Nonstop flights

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Award miles (one way, estimate)

JAL Mileage Bank — partner airline award
MU only · total distance ≈ 3,642 mi (band 2,001–4,000)
Economy
23,000
Business
42,000
First
65,000

Estimates from the airlines' published award charts (as of 2026-11-02). Seat availability, fuel surcharges and stopover rules are not included — always check with the airline before booking.

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