Private charter between Male and Shanghai starts at US$100,000 aboard a heavy jet.
Private jet charter from Male (MLE) to Shanghai (PVG), and from Shanghai (PVG) back to Male (MLE).
As the crow flies, Male to Shanghai is roughly 5,861 kilometres — 3,642 miles, or 3,164 nautical miles.
From US$100,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Male to Shanghai (and Shanghai to Male) ranges from US$100,000 for a heavy jet like the Challenger 605, up to US$265,000 for a long range jet such as the Bombardier Global 6000. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Large-group luxury with full galley, lie-flat beds, and dedicated crew rest. It seats 12-16 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Non-stop intercontinental range with boardroom and sleeping quarters. With seating for 13-17, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy Jet · rec. | 7h 08m | 6h 25m – 7h 51m | US$169,500 | 12-16 |
| Long Range Jet | 6h 59m | 6h 17m – 7h 41m | US$218,500 | 13-17 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 7h 08m | US$169,500 – US$200,000 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 6h 55m | US$186,500 – US$200,000 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 6h 55m | US$200,000 | 13-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Global 6000 | 6h 59m | US$218,500 – US$265,000 | 13-17 |
| Gulfstream G650 | 6h 53m | US$240,500 – US$265,000 | 13-18 |
| Falcon 8X | 6h 53m | US$262,000 – US$265,000 | 12-16 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Male, Maldives: Velana International Airport.
Shanghai, China: Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
| Velana International Airport | Shanghai Pudong International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VRMM / MLE | ZSPD / PVG |
| Longest hard runway | 11,155 ft | 13,123 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 6 ft | 13 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 7,655 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,627 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,955 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,427 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 5,579 ft spare |
4,600 km 2,727 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,225 ft spare |
5,926 km 1,401 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,255 ft spare |
6,400 km 927 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 6,463 ft spare |
7,220 km 107 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,715 ft spare |
7,400 km 73 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,855 ft spare |
7,800 km 473 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 6,365 ft spare |
7,400 km 73 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,155 ft spare |
14,260 km 6,933 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 5,355 ft spare |
11,112 km 3,785 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,155 ft spare |
12,960 km 5,633 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 6,355 ft spare |
11,945 km 4,618 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
3 further aircraft are omitted: they would need more than one fuel stop over 5,861 km.
Alternates within range: Biyadoo Island · Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (11,154 ft, 45 km) · Jinshan City Beach Seaplane Base · Shanghai Tangchen Heliport · Aurora Plaza Helipad
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Male–Shanghai sector leaves when you do.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 5,861 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Demand on Male–Shanghai comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$100,000 – US$265,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a heavy jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 7h 08m gate to gate over 5,861 km (3,642 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Heavy Jet, Long Range Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a heavy jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Male–Shanghai charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Male–Shanghai charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Shanghai to Male runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
