RM 455+ 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 19/10. 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
1 Sep — 8 Sep1
1 adult

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 27 August 2025.

Cheapest airline

AirAsia X
On average, AirAsia X currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai (avg. price of RM 1,298).

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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 27 August 2025.

Do 13/1115:25PVG - KUL
1 stop27h 45mVietnam Airlines
So 16/1120:10KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 05mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 26/8RM 758
Di 25/1115:25PVG - KUL
1 stop27h 45mVietnam Airlines
So 7/1220:10KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 05mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 25/8RM 763
So 21/1215:25PVG - KUL
1 stop27h 45mVietnam Airlines
Fr 9/120:10KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 05mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 25/8RM 767
Sa 22/1115:25PVG - KUL
1 stop27h 45mVietnam Airlines
Mo 8/1220:10KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 05mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 25/8RM 771
So 12/1001:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 40mAirAsia X
Di 21/1023:10KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 35mAirAsia X
Deal found 25/8RM 817
Di 11/1106:00PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mAirAsia X
Fr 14/1118:50KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mAirAsia X
Deal found 25/8RM 822
Sa 13/908:30SHA - KUL
1 stop11h 25mHainan Airlines
Di 16/921:05KUL - SHA
1 stop25h 50mHainan Airlines
Deal found 26/8RM 826
Sa 13/916:25PVG - KUL
1 stop27h 30mHainan Airlines
Di 16/921:05KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 15mHainan Airlines
Deal found 26/8RM 826
Sa 20/1201:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mAirAsia X
Fr 9/123:15KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mAirAsia X
Deal found 25/8RM 834
Mi 10/906:00PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Di 16/916:15KUL - PVG
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8RM 855
Sa 20/1202:15PVG - KUL
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fr 9/123:15KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8RM 859
Do 20/1101:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mAirAsia X
So 30/1118:50KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mAirAsia X
Deal found 24/8RM 868

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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 27 August 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

Do 13/11

15:25-19:10

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

So 16/11

20:10-14:15

1 stop18h 05m

RM 758

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Di 25/11

15:25-19:10

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

So 7/12

20:10-14:15

1 stop18h 05m

RM 763

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

So 21/12

15:25-19:10

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fr 9/1

20:10-14:15

1 stop18h 05m

RM 767

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

So 23/11

15:25-19:10

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fr 5/12

20:10-14:15

1 stop18h 05m

RM 771

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sa 22/11

15:25-19:10

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mo 8/12

20:10-14:15

1 stop18h 05m

RM 771

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Do 27/11

15:25-19:10

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fr 5/12

20:10-14:15

1 stop18h 05m

RM 771

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Do 27/11

15:25-19:10

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mo 8/12

20:10-14:15

1 stop18h 05m

RM 771

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

SHA - KUL

SHAKUL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sa 13/9

08:30-19:55

1 stop11h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Di 16/9

21:05-22:55

1 stop25h 50m

RM 826

ShanghaiPenang

PVG - PEN

PVGPEN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Di 14/10

01:35-15:40

1 stop14h 05m

Penang Intl

Mi 22/10

08:10-00:20

1 stop16h 10m

RM 914

ShanghaiKota Kinabalu

PVG - BKI

PVGBKI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Di 18/11

06:55-18:00

1 stop11h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

So 23/11

19:05-11:25

1 stop16h 20m

RM 961

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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 22 August 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai (average of RM 442). Flying from Shanghai in September will prove the most costly (average of RM 796). 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 24 August 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.

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.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

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.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

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.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

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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  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai is July. The most expensive month for flights is September. 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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