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RM 209+ 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 11/3. 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
5 avr. — 12 avr.1
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 6 mars 2026.

Cheapest airline

AirAsia X
On average, AirAsia X currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai (avg. price of RM 1,233).
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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 6 mars 2026.

jeu. 14/501:35
PVG
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PEN
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
lun. 18/515:40
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop8h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3RM 764
sam. 21/303:20
PVG
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BKI
Nonstop4h 40m
AirAsia
mar. 31/322:30
BKI
-
PVG
Nonstop4h 30m
AirAsia
Deal found 3/3RM 804
mer. 1/704:05
PVG
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BKI
Nonstop4h 40m
AirAsia
mer. 1/722:30
BKI
-
PVG
Nonstop4h 30m
AirAsia
Deal found 1/3RM 823
lun. 6/416:45
PVG
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KUL
Nonstop5h 50m
Multiple Airlines
mer. 15/418:40
KUL
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3RM 831
mar. 31/308:45
PVG
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PEN
Nonstop5h 45m
Spring Airlines
mer. 1/415:30
PEN
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 20m
Spring Airlines
Deal found 2/3RM 831
mar. 7/406:00
PVG
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KUL
Nonstop5h 40m
AirAsia X
sam. 11/418:40
KUL
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 40m
AirAsia X
Deal found 6/3RM 839
ven. 12/601:35
PVG
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PEN
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
lun. 15/616:35
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop7h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3RM 843
mar. 7/415:50
PVG
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KUL
1 stop27h 10m
Vietnam Airlines
jeu. 16/419:25
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop17h 15m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 6/3RM 847
jeu. 19/303:20
PVG
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BKI
Nonstop4h 40m
AirAsia
jeu. 26/321:55
BKI
-
PVG
Nonstop4h 25m
AirAsia
Deal found 1/3RM 847
jeu. 2/408:50
PVG
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PEN
Nonstop5h 40m
Spring Airlines
mer. 13/515:30
PEN
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 20m
Spring Airlines
Deal found 2/3RM 847
mar. 7/404:05
PVG
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BKI
Nonstop4h 40m
AirAsia
sam. 11/422:30
BKI
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PVG
Nonstop4h 30m
AirAsia
Deal found 5/3RM 851
lun. 24/801:35
PVG
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PEN
1 stop9h 10m
Multiple Airlines
sam. 29/815:30
PEN
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PVG
Nonstop5h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3RM 851

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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 6 mars 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 407,431 searches

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiPenang

PVG - PEN

PVGPEN

Shanghai Pu Dong

jeu. 14/5

01:35-09:30

1 stop7h 55m

Penang Intl

lun. 18/5

15:30-20:50

Nonstop5h 20m

RM 772
Fastest return journey

ShanghaiKota Kinabalu

PVG - BKI

PVGBKI

Shanghai Pu Dong

sam. 21/3

03:20-08:00

Nonstop4h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

mar. 31/3

22:30-03:00

Nonstop4h 30m

RM 804

ShanghaiKota Kinabalu

PVG - BKI

PVGBKI

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 7/4

04:05-08:45

Nonstop4h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

sam. 11/4

22:30-03:00

Nonstop4h 30m

RM 851

ShanghaiKota Kinabalu

PVG - BKI

PVGBKI

Shanghai Pu Dong

sam. 15/8

06:00-15:35

1 stop9h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

ven. 21/8

19:00-04:45

1 stop9h 45m

RM 890

ShanghaiKota Kinabalu

SHA - BKI

SHABKI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ven. 20/3

15:50-00:30

1 stop8h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

mer. 25/3

01:45-09:15

1 stop7h 30m

RM 906

ShanghaiPenang

PVG - PEN

PVGPEN

Shanghai Pu Dong

ven. 12/6

01:35-11:35

1 stop10h 00m

Penang Intl

lun. 15/6

15:30-20:50

Nonstop5h 20m

RM 937

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

ven. 15/5

15:10-18:25

1 stop27h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

dim. 17/5

19:25-12:40

1 stop17h 15m

RM 957

ShanghaiKota Kinabalu

PVG - BKI

PVGBKI

Shanghai Pu Dong

ven. 27/3

03:20-08:00

Nonstop4h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

lun. 30/3

22:30-03:00

Nonstop4h 30m

RM 965

ShanghaiKota Kinabalu

SHA - BKI

SHABKI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sam. 28/3

11:05-12:05

1 stop25h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

lun. 30/3

13:05-16:50

1 stop27h 45m

RM 973

ShanghaiPenang

SHA - PEN

SHAPEN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jeu. 2/4

10:10-18:00

1 stop7h 50m

Penang Intl

mer. 13/5

19:00-11:00

1 stop16h 00m

RM 973

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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 27 February 2026.

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 390). Flying from Shanghai in February will prove the most costly (average of RM 835). 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 21 February 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Shanghai would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday evenings 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, China Eastern, AirAsia X, Shanghai Airlines. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Kuala Lumpur.

China Eastern
China Eastern
From RM 1,006
Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia Airlines
From RM 805
AirAsia X
AirAsia X
From RM 631
Shanghai Airlines
Shanghai Airlines
From RM 1,087

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, China Eastern, andAirAsia X 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
293 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
198 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
45 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

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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 6 mars 2026.

  • Which is the cheapest airport to catch a flight from Shanghai?

    To find the cheapest price to Kuala Lumpur consider leaving from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl airport as flights departing from there start at RM 595. Shanghai Pu Dong airport can be a cheaper option if you are traveling to Kuala Lumpur from RM 752. Naturally, the price you'll pay will be partially determined by your flexibility.

  • 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 February. 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 595 round trip

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