PVG
Shanghai
China
5,971 km
3,710 miles
VAM
Maamigili
Maldives
Distance
5,971 km
3,710 mi / 3,224 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
249°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

PVG VAM
Airport Name Shanghai Pudong International Airport Villa International Airport
IATA Code PVG VAM
ICAO Code ZSPD VRMV
City Shanghai Maamigili
Country China Maldives
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Indian/Maldives
Elevation 13 ft 7 ft
Coordinates 31.140000, 121.810000 3.470000, 72.830000

Shanghai (PVG) to Maamigili (VAM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to Villa International Airport (VAM) in Maamigili, Maldives is 5,971 kilometers (3,710 miles / 3,224 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting China with Maldives. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:05 in Shanghai, it's 05:05 in Maamigili. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Maamigili (VAM) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 53° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Villa International Airport (VAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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