Private charter between Macau and Shanghai starts at US$20,000 aboard a midsize jet.
Private jet charter from Macau (MFM) to Shanghai (PVG), and from Shanghai (PVG) back to Macau (MFM).
As the crow flies, Macau to Shanghai is roughly 1,290 kilometres — 801 miles, or 696 nautical miles.
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Expect US$20,000 – US$56,000 for a one-way charter between Macau and Shanghai, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 01m | 1h 49m – 2h 13m | US$29,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 53m | 1h 42m – 2h 04m | US$40,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 01m | US$29,000 – US$40,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 00m | US$32,000 – US$44,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 55m | US$35,000 – US$48,500 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 1h 53m | US$40,000 – US$56,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 53m | US$44,000 – US$61,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 1h 55m | US$48,000 – US$67,000 | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
What determines the price between Macau and Shanghai? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability. 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:
Macau, Macau: Macau International Airport, Zhuhai Jinwan Airport, Hong Kong International Airport and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
Shanghai, China: Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
| Macau International Airport | Shanghai Pudong International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VMMC / MFM | ZSPD / PVG |
| Longest hard runway | 10,544 ft | 13,123 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 20 ft | 13 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Macau to Shanghai can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Macau International Airport has 10,544 ft and Shanghai Pudong International Airport 13,123 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 1,290 km.
Alternates within range: Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (13,517 ft, 27 km) · Hong Kong International Airport (12,467 ft, 38 km) · Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (12,467 ft, 59 km) · Zhongshan Ferry Port · Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (11,154 ft, 45 km) · Jinshan City Beach Seaplane Base · Shanghai Tangchen Heliport · Aurora Plaza Helipad
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
See the guide range — US$20,000 – US$56,000 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 7-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
The Macau to Shanghai route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$20,000 – US$56,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 2h 01m gate to gate across the 1,290 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Macau–Shanghai departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Macau–Shanghai charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Shanghai to Macau runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
