How long is the flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

A quick flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai can take about 4h 30m. Malaysia Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 1,298. Kota Kinabalu and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 2865 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back. Find deals

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai round-trip?

According to our current data, China Southern (RM 595), AirAsia (RM 621), and XiamenAir (RM 961) offers the cheapest pricing from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. China Southern is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination. Find deals

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches 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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

When booking a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai, you may want to consider flying on AirAsia, China Southern or Shanghai Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Wednesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 42 days in advance to save up to 69% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 42 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as RM 1,025, or RM 1,496 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

The best pricing can be found in the month of April. Prices to Shanghai from Kota Kinabalu average RM 1,302. You can even find prices in April for less than RM 1,302, as users have found deals to Shanghai from as low as RM 714. The month of August appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Shanghai from Kota Kinabalu. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 75%.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. 5 airlines have flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai on a regular basis. Booking flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Shanghai per day.

Can I find deals for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

RM 492+ Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai, China

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai are usually found in April or February, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai

Round-trip from	RM 1,185
One-way from	RM 492
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	April
Average price	RM 1,122

AirAsia
14/10-20/10
1 total stop
30h 05m total
Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai

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AirAsia
27/11
Nonstop
4h 30m total
Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (RM 806 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (RM 223 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Wed 15/1001:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Tue 21/1003:20PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9RM 1,214

Wed 29/1011:55BKI - PVG

1 stop13h 10mMalaysia Airlines

Tue 4/1102:15PVG - BKI

1 stop18h 55mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 1,264

Wed 29/1022:00BKI - PVG

3 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1106:00PVG - BKI

1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 1,269

Thu 16/1021:40BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia

Tue 21/1003:20PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia

Deal found 15/9RM 1,382

Tue 28/1001:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mShanghai Airlines

Wed 5/1120:05PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 25mShanghai Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 1,508

Thu 30/1009:50BKI - SHA

2 stops13h 00mMultiple Airlines

Thu 6/1111:05SHA - BKI

1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9RM 1,546

Wed 15/1001:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mChina Eastern

Wed 22/1020:00PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 30mChina Eastern

Deal found 15/9RM 1,617

Wed 29/1019:05BKI - SHA

2 stops19h 50mChina Southern

Wed 5/1121:50SHA - BKI

1 stop20h 10mChina Southern

Deal found 14/9RM 2,142

Wed 29/1009:15BKI - SHA

1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1108:00SHA - BKI

1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 2,163

Thu 16/1019:20BKI - SHA

1 stop14h 00mChina Southern

Wed 22/1008:50SHA - BKI

1 stop9h 30mChina Southern

Deal found 15/9RM 3,961

Thu 16/1009:30BKI - SHA

2 stops11h 25mMultiple Airlines

Wed 22/1010:50SHA - BKI

1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9RM 4,802

Best flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Wed 15/1001:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Tue 21/1003:20PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9RM 1,214

Wed 29/1011:55BKI - PVG

1 stop13h 10mMalaysia Airlines

Tue 4/1102:15PVG - BKI

1 stop18h 55mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 1,264

Sat 20/1221:50BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 30mAirAsia

Sat 27/1203:20PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia

Deal found 13/9RM 1,298

Tue 14/1019:20BKI - PVG

1 stop17h 40mChina Southern

Tue 21/1006:35PVG - BKI

1 stop11h 45mChina Southern

Deal found 13/9RM 1,458

Tue 28/1001:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mShanghai Airlines

Wed 5/1120:05PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 25mShanghai Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 1,508

Tue 14/1009:20BKI - PVG

2 stops15h 00mMultiple Airlines

Mon 20/1003:20PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9RM 1,298

Tue 14/1021:40BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia

Mon 20/1003:20PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia

Deal found 13/9RM 1,357

Thu 16/1021:40BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia

Tue 21/1003:20PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia

Deal found 15/9RM 1,382

Wed 29/1014:50BKI - PVG

1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1120:05PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 1,445

Thu 30/1009:50BKI - SHA

2 stops13h 00mMultiple Airlines

Thu 6/1111:05SHA - BKI

1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9RM 1,546

Wed 29/1019:05BKI - SHA

2 stops19h 50mChina Southern

Wed 5/1121:50SHA - BKI

1 stop20h 10mChina Southern

Deal found 14/9RM 2,142

Wed 29/1009:15BKI - SHA

1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1108:00SHA - BKI

1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 2,163

Direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai
Explore direct flight options from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Wed 15/1001:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Tue 21/1003:20PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9RM 1,214

Thu 16/1021:40BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia

Tue 21/1003:20PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia

Deal found 15/9RM 1,382

Tue 28/1001:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mShanghai Airlines

Wed 5/1120:05PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 25mShanghai Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 1,508

Wed 15/1001:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mChina Eastern

Wed 22/1020:00PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 30mChina Eastern

Deal found 15/9RM 1,617

Last-minute flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai
Discover last-minute flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. Data last updated 16 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 15/1001:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Tue 21/1003:20PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9RM 1,214

Wed 15/1001:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mChina Eastern

Wed 22/1020:00PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 30mChina Eastern

Deal found 15/9RM 1,617

Thu 16/1021:40BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia

Tue 21/1003:20PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia

Deal found 15/9RM 1,382

Thu 16/1019:20BKI - SHA

1 stop14h 00mChina Southern

Wed 22/1008:50SHA - BKI

1 stop9h 30mChina Southern

Deal found 15/9RM 3,961

Thu 16/1009:30BKI - SHA

2 stops11h 25mMultiple Airlines

Wed 22/1010:50SHA - BKI

1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9RM 4,802

Tue 28/1001:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mShanghai Airlines

Wed 5/1120:05PVG - BKI

Nonstop4h 25mShanghai Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 1,508

Wed 29/1011:55BKI - PVG

1 stop13h 10mMalaysia Airlines

Tue 4/1102:15PVG - BKI

1 stop18h 55mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 1,264

Wed 29/1022:00BKI - PVG

3 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1106:00PVG - BKI

1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 1,269

Wed 29/1019:05BKI - SHA

2 stops19h 50mChina Southern

Wed 5/1121:50SHA - BKI

1 stop20h 10mChina Southern

Deal found 14/9RM 2,142

Wed 29/1009:15BKI - SHA

1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1108:00SHA - BKI

1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 2,163

Thu 30/1009:50BKI - SHA

2 stops13h 00mMultiple Airlines

Thu 6/1111:05SHA - BKI

1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9RM 1,546

One-way flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai
Search for one-way flight options from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Thu 27/1121:50BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 30mAirAsia

Deal found 15/9RM 492

Thu 27/1114:50BKI - PVG

1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9RM 542

Fri 7/1114:50BKI - PVG

1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9RM 546

Sun 12/1023:25BKI - PVG

1 stop24h 55mAirAsia

Deal found 13/9RM 639

Wed 26/1101:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mShanghai Airlines

Deal found 14/9RM 664

Thu 6/1101:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mChina Eastern

Deal found 15/9RM 693

Sun 12/1001:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mChina Eastern

Deal found 16/9RM 714

Sat 8/1108:50BKI - SHA

1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9RM 739

Fri 7/1101:30BKI - PVG

Nonstop4h 25mShanghai Airlines

Deal found 16/9RM 769

Mon 13/1014:50BKI - PVG

1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9RM 823

Fri 7/1120:00BKI - SHA

1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9RM 836

Mon 13/1012:40BKI - SHA

3 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9RM 899

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Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 15/10

01:30-05:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 21/10

03:20-08:00

Nonstop4h 40m

RM 1,214

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 29/10

11:55-01:05

1 stop13h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/11

02:15-21:10

1 stop18h 55m

RM 1,264

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 20/12

21:50-02:20

Nonstop4h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 27/12

03:20-08:00

Nonstop4h 40m

RM 1,298

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 14/10

09:20-00:20

2 stops15h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 20/10

03:20-08:00

Nonstop4h 40m

RM 1,298

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 14/10

21:40-02:20

Nonstop4h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 20/10

03:20-08:00

Nonstop4h 40m

RM 1,357

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 16/10

21:40-02:20

Nonstop4h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 21/10

03:20-08:00

Nonstop4h 40m

RM 1,382

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 29/10

14:50-00:20

1 stop9h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/11

20:05-00:30

Nonstop4h 25m

RM 1,445

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 14/10

19:20-13:00

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 21/10

06:35-18:20

1 stop11h 45m

RM 1,458

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 28/10

01:30-05:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/11

20:05-00:30

Nonstop4h 25m

RM 1,508

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 30/10

09:50-22:50

2 stops13h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/11

11:05-18:00

1 stop6h 55m

RM 1,546

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

The best time to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai is 10 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 Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai (average of RM 252). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 304). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BKI to SHA?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai, such as China Southern, China Eastern, andAirAsia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

China Southern

7.5

Good

110 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 5

6.0

Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

China Southern

7.5

Good

110 reviews

China Southern

7.5

Good

110 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 5

6.0

Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

China Eastern

7.2

Good

165 reviews

China Southern

7.5

Good

110 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 5

6.0

Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

AirAsia

6.8

Okay

215 reviews

China Southern

7.5

Good

110 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 5

6.0

Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?
Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. 5 airlines have flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai on a regular basis. Booking flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Shanghai per day.
How long is the flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?
A quick flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai can take about 4h 30m. Malaysia Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 1,298. Kota Kinabalu and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 2865 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai round-trip?
According to our current data, China Southern (RM 595), AirAsia (RM 621), and XiamenAir (RM 961) offers the cheapest pricing from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. China Southern is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai (average of RM 252). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 304). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
China Southern	CheapestRM 595	AverageRM 1,136	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
AirAsia	CheapestRM 618	AverageRM 809	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia flights
XiamenAir	CheapestRM 961	AverageRM 1,056	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time49%	Search XiamenAir flights
China Eastern	CheapestRM 994	AverageRM 1,182	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
Shanghai Airlines	CheapestRM 1,000	AverageRM 1,167	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time58%	Search Shanghai Airlines flights

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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai, China from RM 492

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai are usually found in April or February, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.