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RM 486+ Cheap flights to Shanghai, China

— SHA
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Shanghai, China in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Shanghai

Sun 22/1100:45 -
1 stop18h 35m
Tue 1/1211:00 -
Nonstop5h 55m
Deal found 11/11RM 984
Tue 24/1116:10 -
1 stop26h 20m
Tue 1/1211:00 -
Nonstop5h 55m
Deal found 12/11RM 988
Wed 25/1116:10 -
1 stop26h 20m
Wed 2/1216:40 -
Nonstop6h 15m
Deal found 11/11RM 1,004
Mon 28/1218:55 -
Nonstop5h 25m
Mon 11/111:00 -
Nonstop5h 55m
Deal found 11/11RM 1,009
Thu 26/1116:10 -
1 stop20h 10m
Sun 29/1103:55 -
Nonstop5h 40m
Deal found 12/11RM 1,021
Sat 21/1101:30 -
1 stop9h 45m
Sat 28/1113:50 -
1 stop10h 25m
Deal found 13/11RM 1,025
Wed 30/1218:55 -
Nonstop5h 25m
Tue 5/102:20 -
1 stop9h 10m
Deal found 11/11RM 1,029
Thu 26/1114:45 -
1 stop8h 30m
Mon 30/1114:50 -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 12/11RM 1,037
Mon 23/1117:55 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Tue 1/1211:00 -
Nonstop5h 55m
Deal found 10/11RM 1,041
Thu 19/1117:55 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Fri 27/1111:00 -
Nonstop5h 55m
Deal found 10/11RM 1,049
Tue 24/1117:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Sat 28/1120:30 -
1 stop18h 40m
Deal found 10/11RM 1,062
Wed 25/1114:45 -
1 stop8h 30m
Wed 2/1211:50 -
1 stop11h 00m
Deal found 13/11RM 1,062

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Return from

RM 968

One-way from

RM 494

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

RM 1,266
Spring Airlines
  • Spring Airlines
  • 4/1-12/1
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 40m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 28/12-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 25m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 27 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 18/3

18:55-00:20

Nonstop5h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 568

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 6/1

20:10-14:15

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 580

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 4/1

14:45-23:15

1 stop8h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 600

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 6/1

13:15-14:55

1 stop25h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 608

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 6/1

13:15-14:10

1 stop24h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 608

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 30/11

03:30-19:05

1 stop15h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 617

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 17/2

19:50-14:15

1 stop18h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 625

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 28/12

21:15-22:55

1 stop25h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 633

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 29/12

21:15-22:55

1 stop25h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 633

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/1

13:15-12:15

1 stop23h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 637

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Shanghai

How long is the flight to Shanghai?

On average, a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai takes 5 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Shanghai from other popular cities in Malaysia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Shanghai

The most flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai are scheduled on a Friday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The most popular airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai are China Eastern, AirAsia X and Spring Airlines.

China Eastern
China Eastern
From RM 1,018
Spring Airlines
Spring Airlines
From RM 609
AirAsia X
AirAsia X
From RM 627
Shanghai Airlines
Shanghai Airlines
From RM 1,073

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai are China Southern, VietJet Air and Batik Air.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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

The best time to book flights to Shanghai is 89 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Shanghai?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Shanghai should consider flying on Thursday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

See what other customers who have flown with China Eastern,Malaysia Airlines, andAirAsia X to China have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
252 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Nathanael,Aug 2026

PVG - SIN

Airport was boring for a 5hrs transit with nothing to do minimal local gifts shops only aside to the lounge
China Eastern
7.3
Good
252 reviews
China Eastern
7.3
Good
252 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Nathanael,Aug 2026

PVG - SIN

Airport was boring for a 5hrs transit with nothing to do minimal local gifts shops only aside to the lounge
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
322 reviews
China Eastern
7.3
Good
252 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Nathanael,Aug 2026

PVG - SIN

Airport was boring for a 5hrs transit with nothing to do minimal local gifts shops only aside to the lounge
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
49 reviews
China Eastern
7.3
Good
252 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Nathanael,Aug 2026

PVG - SIN

Airport was boring for a 5hrs transit with nothing to do minimal local gifts shops only aside to the lounge

FAQs about flying to Shanghai

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Shanghai if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Shanghai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Shanghai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Shanghai.

  • How much is a return flight to Shanghai?

    A return flight to Shanghai will typically cost around RM 3,419, however they can be found for as little as RM 908.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Shanghai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Shanghai, Kota Kinabalu offers the quickest one-way flight (4 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Shanghai Pu Dong have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Pu Dong can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Shanghai Pu Dong?

    Yes. Shanghai Pu Dong has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Dazhong Airport Hotel South Building is the closest property to Shanghai Pu Dong (0.0 km away from Shanghai Pu Dong).

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