Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai, China from RM 684
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 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai are usually found in March or April, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 July 2025.
Round-trip from | RM 1,177 |
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One-way from | RM 684 |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | RM 1,343 |
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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to ShanghaiExplore 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 15 July 2025.
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 15 July 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Departure
Return
Price
Kota KinabaluShanghai
BKI - PVG
BKIPVG
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 8/12
22:40-00:20
1 stop25h 40m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Fri 12/12
06:00-23:00
1 stop17h 00m
Kota KinabaluShanghai
BKI - SHA
BKISHA
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 8/12
19:05-09:15
1 stop14h 10m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Fri 12/12
08:50-18:00
1 stop9h 10m
Kota KinabaluShanghai
BKI - PVG
BKIPVG
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 8/12
19:05-12:40
2 stops41h 35m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Fri 12/12
18:00-18:00
1 stop24h 00m
Kota KinabaluShanghai
BKI - PVG
BKIPVG
Kota Kinabalu
Fri 8/8
12:40-01:20
1 stop12h 40m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 12/8
15:25-00:40
1 stop9h 15m
Kota KinabaluShanghai
BKI - PVG
BKIPVG
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 28/8
18:00-04:45
1 stop10h 45m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sat 30/8
03:20-08:00
Nonstop4h 40m
Kota KinabaluShanghai
BKI - PVG
BKIPVG
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 6/8
01:30-05:55
Nonstop4h 25m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 11/8
20:00-00:30
Nonstop4h 30m
Kota KinabaluShanghai
BKI - PVG
BKIPVG
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 7/12
01:30-06:00
Nonstop4h 30m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Fri 12/12
20:05-00:30
Nonstop4h 25m
Kota KinabaluShanghai
BKI - SHA
BKISHA
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 8/12
19:05-19:20
1 stop24h 15m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Fri 12/12
08:50-22:20
2 stops13h 30m
Kota KinabaluShanghai
BKI - PVG
BKIPVG
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 22/9
06:00-01:15
2 stops19h 15m
Kota KinabaluShanghai
BKI - SHA
BKISHA
Kota Kinabalu
Tue 2/12
19:05-17:25
1 stop22h 20m
Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai
How far ahead should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.
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 305). 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?
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 15 July 2025.
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
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated 15 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai, such as Korean Air, Singapore Airlines, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Myung Suk,May 2025
ICN - LAX
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Myung Suk,May 2025
ICN - LAX
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Myung Suk,May 2025
ICN - LAX
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Myung Suk,May 2025
ICN - LAX
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Myung Suk,May 2025
ICN - LAX
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Myung Suk,May 2025
ICN - LAX
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