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RM 440+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China

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SHA — KUL
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

What to know about flights from Shanghai

Discover essential information about flights departing from Shanghai, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Shanghai airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

Cheapest airline

AirAsia X
On average, AirAsia X currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai (avg. price of RM 1,340).
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

Sun 21/1215:25PVG - KUL
1 stop27h 45mVietnam Airlines
Fri 2/120:10KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 05mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 14/9RM 766
Sat 7/315:25PVG - KUL
1 stop27h 45mVietnam Airlines
Fri 13/320:10KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 05mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 16/9RM 770
Fri 10/1006:00PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1020:00KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9RM 825
Fri 17/1006:00PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 40mAirAsia X
Thu 23/1018:40KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 40mAirAsia X
Deal found 15/9RM 837
Sat 20/1202:15PVG - KUL
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/123:15KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9RM 850
Mon 13/1001:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 40mAirAsia X
Tue 21/1023:10KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 35mAirAsia X
Deal found 17/9RM 858
Fri 10/1015:50PVG - KUL
1 stop27h 10mVietnam Airlines
Tue 14/1020:00KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 25mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 16/9RM 875
Tue 28/1006:00PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mAirAsia X
Wed 29/1018:50KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mAirAsia X
Deal found 17/9RM 892
Fri 31/1006:00PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mAirAsia X
Fri 7/1118:50KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mAirAsia X
Deal found 16/9RM 896
Sat 11/1001:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 40mAirAsia X
Tue 21/1023:10KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 35mAirAsia X
Deal found 17/9RM 913
Fri 17/1020:15PVG - KUL
1 stop23h 40mHainan Airlines
Thu 23/1021:05KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 15mHainan Airlines
Deal found 16/9RM 917
Tue 9/1203:20PVG - BKI
Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia
Mon 15/1221:50BKI - PVG
Nonstop4h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 16/9RM 976

Find flights from Shanghai within your budget

 
Find flights departing from Shanghai that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 18 September 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 407,431 searches

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 7/3

15:25-19:10

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 13/3

20:10-14:15

1 stop18h 05m

RM 770

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/10

15:50-19:00

1 stop27h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 14/10

20:00-14:25

1 stop18h 25m

RM 875

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 28/10

06:00-11:55

Nonstop5h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 29/10

18:50-00:20

Nonstop5h 30m

RM 892

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/10

01:35-07:15

Nonstop5h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 21/10

23:10-04:45

Nonstop5h 35m

RM 913

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

SHA - KUL

SHAKUL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 21/11

12:10-13:25

1 stop25h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 23/11

14:40-12:40

1 stop22h 00m

RM 1,001

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

SHA - KUL

SHAKUL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 1/11

09:00-19:55

1 stop10h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 8/11

21:05-22:55

1 stop25h 50m

RM 1,009

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/10

10:45-16:00

1 stop29h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 21/10

17:00-09:40

1 stop16h 40m

RM 1,017

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/3

01:35-07:30

Nonstop5h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 13/3

13:35-01:00

1 stop11h 25m

RM 1,030

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

SHA - KUL

SHAKUL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/10

08:30-19:55

1 stop11h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 21/10

21:05-22:55

1 stop25h 50m

RM 1,034

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/10

06:00-11:40

Nonstop5h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 14/10

18:40-00:20

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 1,047

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Shanghai is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai (average of RM 431). Flying from Shanghai in January will prove the most costly (average of RM 758). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Price data was last updated on 14 September 2025.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Shanghai would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday at midday when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Wednesday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Shanghai?

When flying from Shanghai check dates and pricing for the following: Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia X, China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Kuala Lumpur.

Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia Airlines
From RM 204
China Eastern
China Eastern
From RM 226
AirAsia X
AirAsia X
From RM 160
Shanghai Airlines
Shanghai Airlines
From RM 241

Airline reviews for flights from Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Shanghai. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 407,431 searches.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Malaysia Airlines and China Eastern from Shanghai. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
166 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Shanghai. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai is September. The most expensive month for flights is January. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Shanghai?

    Here are some of the cheapest flight destinations from Shanghai:
    Travel from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur from RM 770 round trip

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Shanghai?

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