RM 436+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SHA — KUL
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 31 October 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 31 October 2025.

Sun 21/1201:35PVG - PEN
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/116:25PEN - PVG
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10RM 906
Fri 28/1118:25PVG - KUL
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1218:50KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10RM 977
Fri 28/1103:20PVG - KUL
1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1223:15KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10RM 982
Sat 22/1116:40PVG - KUL
1 stop30h 40mSichuan Airlines
Sat 29/1100:20KUL - PVG
1 stop15h 05mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 28/10RM 994
Thu 15/116:40PVG - KUL
1 stop30h 40mSichuan Airlines
Sun 18/100:20KUL - PVG
1 stop15h 05mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 30/10RM 1,003
Fri 21/1101:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mAirAsia X
Sun 30/1118:50KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mAirAsia X
Deal found 28/10RM 1,011
Thu 27/1103:20PVG - KUL
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1218:50KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10RM 1,028
Wed 12/1102:15PVG - KUL
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1123:15KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10RM 1,032
Wed 7/102:15PVG - KUL
1 stop10h 20mVietJet Air
Mon 12/112:30KUL - PVG
1 stop12h 45mVietJet Air
Deal found 28/10RM 1,040
Sat 22/1109:00SHA - KUL
1 stop10h 55mHainan Airlines
Sun 30/1121:05KUL - SHA
1 stop25h 50mHainan Airlines
Deal found 28/10RM 1,044
Sun 21/1201:35PVG - PEN
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/114:30PEN - PVG
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10RM 1,044
Wed 3/1212:10SHA - KUL
1 stop13h 20mXiamenAir
Sun 7/1202:30KUL - SHA
1 stop12h 05mXiamenAir
Deal found 30/10RM 1,053

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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 31 October 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

ShanghaiPenang

PVG - PEN

PVGPEN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 21/12

01:35-10:25

1 stop8h 50m

Penang Intl

Fri 9/1

19:25-04:45

1 stop9h 20m

RM 906

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 15/1

15:25-19:10

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 19/1

20:10-14:15

1 stop18h 05m

RM 994

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/1

02:15-12:35

1 stop10h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 12/1

12:30-01:15

1 stop12h 45m

RM 1,040

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

SHA - KUL

SHAKUL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/12

07:10-23:50

1 stop16h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 8/12

14:40-22:50

1 stop8h 10m

RM 1,053

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 28/11

06:00-11:55

Nonstop5h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 5/12

08:00-02:20

2 stops18h 20m

RM 1,061

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

SHA - KUL

SHAKUL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 15/1

18:55-14:40

1 stop19h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 18/1

02:20-12:15

1 stop9h 55m

RM 1,065

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

SHA - KUL

SHAKUL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 22/11

12:10-01:30

1 stop13h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 29/11

02:30-12:40

1 stop10h 10m

RM 1,074

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

SHA - KUL

SHAKUL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 28/11

10:10-23:50

1 stop13h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 5/12

13:50-19:05

1 stop29h 15m

RM 1,078

ShanghaiPenang

PVG - PEN

PVGPEN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 21/12

01:35-10:25

1 stop8h 50m

Penang Intl

Wed 7/1

08:30-13:45

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 1,091

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

SHA - KUL

SHAKUL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 13/11

12:10-01:30

1 stop13h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 17/11

14:40-22:50

1 stop8h 10m

RM 1,091

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly from Shanghai with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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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 24 October 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 415). Flying from Shanghai in January will prove the most costly (average of RM 763). 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 26 October 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 Monday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.

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 Shenzhen Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, andChina Eastern from Shanghai. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.3

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  • 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.

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